Loading map...
BOB → TIH
Which side of the plane to sit from Bora Bora Airport (Bora Bora) to Tikehau Airport (Tikehau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Bora Bora's iconic lagoon and volcanic peaks upon departure, plus the best angle for spotting the unique honeycomb-patterned Mataiva atoll and the inner lagoon of Tikehau during descent.
Search flights from BOB to TIH
Bora Bora Lagoon
Unrivaled views of the world-famous turquoise lagoon and the string of luxury overwater bungalow resorts on the motus.
Mount Otemanu
A close-up perspective of the jagged black basalt remains of the ancient volcano that defines the Bora Bora skyline.
Mataiva Atoll
Look for the rare 'honeycomb' lagoon structure of Mataiva, the westernmost atoll of the Tuamotu Archipelago.
Tikehau Reef Edge
Detailed views of the Tuheiava Pass, the only navigable entry point through the coral reef into Tikehau's lagoon.
Sit toward the front or rear of the cabin to avoid the engine and high-wing structure of the ATR aircraft. Morning flights (9 AM to 11 AM) are ideal as the sun is high enough to illuminate the lagoon colors but not yet creating harsh glare on the left side. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from BOB.
Get eSIMs for French Polynesia
Get eSIMs for French Polynesia
Matira Point
A glimpse of the famous white sands of Matira Beach and the southern coral gardens of Bora Bora.
Raiatea and Taha'a
On clear days, the silhouettes of the sister islands Raiatea and Taha'a are visible on the southern horizon shortly after takeoff.
Tuherahera Village
The main settlement of Tikehau, featuring colorful houses and the island's floral-lined airstrip on the final approach.
The Pink Sands
Views of the remote eastern motus of Tikehau, famous for their natural pink-tinted sand beaches.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights (2 PM to 4 PM) as the sun will be behind you, providing better saturation for the deep blues of the Pacific. While you miss the direct view of Mount Otemanu, you get a broader perspective of the massive scale of the Tuamotu atoll chains as they appear on the horizon.
Book Hotels in TikehauDistance: 404 km (251 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: BOB (-16.444400787353516, -151.75100708007812)
Arrival: TIH (-15.119600296020508, -148.2310028076172)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.