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AKL → KAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Auckland International Airport (Auckland) to Kaitaia Airport (Kaitaia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic and rugged West Coast of the North Island, featuring the spectacular Hokianga Harbour and the vast sand dunes of Opononi.
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Muriwai Beach
Dramatic black sand coastline and wild Tasman Sea surf visible shortly after departure from Auckland.
Kaipara Harbour
Aerial view of one of the world's largest natural harbors with its intricate, shifting sandbanks.
Hokianga Harbour
The flight's crown jewel, featuring the iconic giant golden sand dunes at the harbour entrance.
Waipoua Forest
Fly over the dense canopy of the ancient kauri forest, home to the legendary Tane Mahuta tree.
Request a window seat on the left for the most scenic coastal experience. Afternoon flights are particularly beautiful as the sun begins to lower over the Tasman Sea, highlighting the texture of the Hokianga dunes. Keep your camera ready as you pass Dargaville for the best coastal shots.
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Auckland Skyline
Panoramic views of the CBD, Sky Tower, and the sparkling Waitemata Harbour during the initial climb.
Northland Hinterland
Deep green rolling hills and volcanic landscapes that define the rural 'Winterless North'.
Bay of Islands
On clear days, you can spot the glimmering turquoise waters and islands of the east coast in the distance.
Doubtless Bay
Sweeping views of the white sandy arcs and calm blue waters as the aircraft aligns for the Kaitaia approach.
The right side is ideal for those who enjoy urban vistas during takeoff and inland geography. On a very clear day, you can see both coasts of the narrow peninsula simultaneously. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the eastern coastline visible in the distance.
Book Hotels in KaitaiaDistance: 255 km (158 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: AKL (-37.0080986023, 174.792007446)
Arrival: KAT (-35.06999969482422, 173.28500366210938)
Route Type: Domestic
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