Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Sitka to Ketchikan. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery: the Gulf of Alaska and Baranof Island's rugged western coast during departure, and the approach over Revillagigedo Channel during landing. The left side offers good views but is slightly less visually distinctive overall.

During takeoff from Sitka Rocky Gutierrez (SIT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Climbing out of Sitka, a right-side seat gives you views of Baranof Island's western coastline and the open waters of the Gulf of Alaska. The left side faces the island's interior terrain, which is less visually distinctive during climb-out. Notable sights include: Gulf of Alaska (open water to the west), Baranof Island's rugged western shore, Sitka Sound, distant Chichagof Island to the northwest.

When landing at Ketchikan International (KTN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Descending into Ketchikan, a left-side seat offers views of the Revillagigedo Channel and Ketchikan's position on the eastern shore of the island. You'll see the approach over water and the city's waterfront layout before touchdown. Notable sights include: Revillagigedo Channel (main water approach), Ketchikan's downtown waterfront and harbor, Gravina Island across the channel, forested slopes of Revillagigedo Island.

The flight from Sitka Rocky Gutierrez (SIT) to Ketchikan International (KTN) takes Approximately 45 minutes.

This short flight travels south-southeast along the Inside Passage. The route passes over or near Clarence Strait, with views of heavily forested islands including parts of Prince of Wales Island to the east and the coastal ranges of the Alexander Archipelago. The terrain throughout is characterized by dense temperate rainforest, numerous inlets, and the complex island geography typical of Southeast Alaska's coastal region.