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DAU → POM
Which side of the plane to sit from Daru Airport (Daru) to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Papua New Guinea's dramatic geography, featuring the intricate river deltas of the Gulf of Papua and the dense tropical rainforests extending toward the highlands.
Fly River Delta
The massive estuary of the Fly River, showing a complex maze of silt-heavy channels and green mangrove islands.
Gulf River Systems
Aerial views of the Turama, Kikori, and Purari river mouths as they snake through the vast swampy lowlands.
Pristine Rainforest
Continuous stretches of untouched tropical canopy that dominate the landscape between the coastal deltas.
Owen Stanley Range
Distant views of the rugged mountain spine of Papua New Guinea visible on the northern horizon during clear weather.
Remote Coastal Settlements
Tiny, isolated villages visible along the riverbanks, reachable only by boat through the dense waterway network.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The river deltas are the highlight of this route; watch for the 'chocolate' colored water plumes where river sediment meets the blue sea. Cloud cover usually builds over the mountains by midday, so early departures provide the clearest views of the interior terrain.
Gulf of Papua
Expansive views of the open sea where the river runoff creates unique swirling patterns in the water.
Barrier Reefs
Stunning coral formations and turquoise lagoons that become visible as you approach the Port Moresby coastline.
Loloata Island
A beautiful island resort visible just offshore during the final descent into Jacksons International Airport.
Fairfax Harbour
A view of the busy shipping lanes and the industrial port area as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Port Moresby Skyline
The growing urban landscape of the capital city, contrasted against the dry, grassy hills of the National Capital District.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the reefs and the city. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight for the best photos of the coral structures and the Port Moresby harbor. This side often provides a great view of the coast's unique 'dry season' brown hills.
Distance: 442 km (275 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: DAU (-9.08675956726, 143.207992554)
Arrival: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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