The takeoff from Tromsø offers more visually distinctive features (island, city, fjord, and mountain ridge) than the landing approach at Andøya. Left side during departure provides superior scenic value for the majority of the flight's initial phase.
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Flight Path
Tromso to Andoya is 72 miles (117 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
Malangen fjord system, Kvaløya island, Skjervøy municipality terrain, and the transition from Tromsø's urban landscape to the more remote northern Norwegian archipelago. The flight path crosses over several smaller fjords and islands characteristic of the Troms region's coastal geography.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from TOS
LEFTLeft side offers views of Tromsøya island and the Tromsø cityscape as you climb out heading southwest. Right side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during initial climb.
Landing at ANX
RIGHTRight side provides views of Andøya island's distinctive shape and the surrounding Andøy municipality terrain as you descend toward the runway. Left side faces open ocean with fewer visual references during approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tromso (TOS) to Andoya (ANX)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tromso to Andoya. The takeoff from Tromsø offers more visually distinctive features (island, city, fjord, and mountain ridge) than the landing approach at Andøya. Left side during departure provides superior scenic value for the majority of the flight's initial phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Tromso in Tromso?
During takeoff from Tromso (TOS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of Tromsøya island and the Tromsø cityscape as you climb out heading southwest. Right side faces inland terrain with less distinctive features during initial climb. Notable sights include: Tromsøya island, Tromsø city and harbor, Ullsfjorden (fjord to the west), Tromsdalstinden mountain ridge.
What can I see when landing at Andoya in Andoya?
When landing at Andoya (ANX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of Andøya island's distinctive shape and the surrounding Andøy municipality terrain as you descend toward the runway. Left side faces open ocean with fewer visual references during approach. Notable sights include: Andøya island (elongated north-south shape), Bleiksfjorden (fjord to the east), Andenes settlement, Andøya Airport runway.
How long is the flight from Tromso to Andoya?
The flight from Tromso (TOS) to Andoya (ANX) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 72 miles (117 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Tromso to Andoya flight path pass over?
Malangen fjord system, Kvaløya island, Skjervøy municipality terrain, and the transition from Tromsø's urban landscape to the more remote northern Norwegian archipelago. The flight path crosses over several smaller fjords and islands characteristic of the Troms region's coastal geography.