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AKL → KKE
Which side of the plane to sit from Auckland International Airport (Auckland) to Kerikeri Airport (Kerikeri)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Hauraki Gulf and the spectacular coastal scenery leading into the Bay of Islands.
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Rangitoto Island
A perfect volcanic cone rising from the sea, visible shortly after takeoff from AKL.
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Aerial perspectives of Tiritiri Matangi, Kawau, and the Hen and Chicken Islands chain.
Whangarei Harbour
Look for the distinctive peak of Mount Manaia guarding the entrance to the harbour.
Bay of Islands
The flight's crown jewel, featuring dozens of turquoise bays and small islands during the descent into Kerikeri.
Sit on the right for the most iconic New Zealand coastal views. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography of the eastern beaches and the clear blue waters of the Bay of Islands. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing for an unobstructed view of the archipelago.
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Waitakere Ranges
Dense native rainforest and rugged ridges visible immediately after climbing out of Auckland.
Kaipara Harbour
View the intricate, sprawling sandbanks and tidal channels of one of the largest harbours in the world.
Northland Rural Heart
Vast stretches of rolling green farmland and pockets of native bush characteristic of the region.
The left side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Tasman Sea in the distance. It offers a more consistent view of the unique geography of the North Island's narrow 'tail'.
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Get eSIMs for New ZealandDistance: 210 km (130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: AKL (-37.0080986023, 174.792007446)
Arrival: KKE (-35.26279830932617, 173.91200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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