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CXI → NAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Cassidy International Airport (Kiritimati) to Nadi International Airport (Nandi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the remote Phoenix and Tuvalu island chains mid-flight, followed by a spectacular aerial approach over Fiji's iconic Yasawa and Mamanuca archipelagos.
Poland and Paris Villages
Aerial view of the remote western settlements on Kiritimati shortly after departing Cassidy International.
Funafuti Atoll
The strikingly narrow, ribbon-like land strip of Tuvalu's capital island visible during the central portion of the route.
Yasawa Islands
A breathtaking chain of volcanic islands stretching across the blue Pacific as you enter Fijian airspace.
Mamanuca Reefs
Low-altitude views of world-famous coral reefs and sandbars just minutes before touching down in Nadi.
The right side is the 'money side' for this route. It provides the best chance to spot the narrow atolls of Tuvalu and a front-row seat to the Yasawa Islands during the descent. Try to book a seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the coral reef patterns isn't obstructed. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut through the ocean glare and see the reef colors clearly.
Kiritimati Lagoon
Uninterrupted views of the expansive, turquoise interior lagoon of the world's largest coral atoll during takeoff.
Wallis and Futuna
The volcanic peaks and surrounding reefs of this French territory often appear to the east during the mid-section of the flight.
Vanua Levu
Views of Fiji's second largest island, including the Great Sea Reef stretching along its northern coast.
Viti Levu Highlands
The lush, tropical mountainous interior of Fiji's main island as the plane turns for its final approach to Nadi.
Sit on the left for the best perspective of Kiritimati's unique landform immediately after departure. For the arrival in Nadi, this side captures the dramatic scale of the Viti Levu mountain ranges. Morning flights offer the best lighting to avoid the harsh glare of the Western Pacific sun.
Distance: 3,528 km (2,192 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: CXI (1.9861600399017332, -157.35000610351562)
Arrival: NAN (-17.755399703979492, 177.4429931640625)
Route Type: International
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