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FRE → HIR
Which side of the plane to sit from Fera/Maringe Airport (Fera Island) to Honiara International Airport (Honiara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the iconic Savo Island volcano and the historic Florida Islands, including the former capital, Tulagi, along with a better perspective of the Honiara coastline.
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Fera Island Airstrip
A unique aerial view of the narrow island runway surrounded entirely by reefs and clear water.
Tulagi Harbor
The historic former capital of the Solomon Islands, featuring a deep natural harbor and WWII history.
Savo Island
A perfectly shaped volcanic island that served as a strategic landmark during the Battle of Guadalcanal.
Iron Bottom Sound
The site of numerous WWII naval wrecks; the water clarity often allows for spotting dark shapes of shallow wrecks.
Honiara Cityscape
A full view of the Solomon Islands' capital, including the Point Cruz wharf and the sprawling hills of the city.
This is the 'historical' side of the plane. For the best views of Savo Island and Tulagi, mid-morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the afternoon sun. If the plane circles before landing at HIR, you may get an extra view of the Henderson Field area.
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Maringe Lagoon
Breathtaking turquoise coral formations and shallow reefs immediately visible upon takeoff from Fera Island.
San Jorge Island
A large, rugged island off the southern tip of Santa Isabel known for its distinct red soil and nickel deposits.
Indispensable Strait
A deep water passage between the islands where pods of dolphins and whale migrations are occasionally spotted.
Eastern Ngella Islands
Dense tropical jungle canopy and secluded white sand beaches on the eastern side of the Florida Island group.
Sealark Channel
The eastern approach to Honiara where the blue Pacific meets the volcanic sands of northern Guadalcanal.
Sit on this side for the best early morning light when flying south, as the sun will be behind you. Keep an eye out for the reddish-brown patches on San Jorge Island which indicate the unique mineral composition of the soil.
Get eSIMs for Solomon Islands
Get eSIMs for Solomon IslandsDistance: 156 km (97 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 16 min
Departure: FRE (-8.1075, 159.576996)
Arrival: HIR (-9.4280004501343, 160.05499267578)
Route Type: Domestic
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