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GUM → ROP
Which side of the plane to sit from Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (Agana) to Rota International Airport (Rota)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of Guam's northern coastline upon departure and the most iconic views of Rota's 'Wedding Cake Mountain' and Songsong Village during the approach.
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Tumon Bay
Aerial view of Guam's vibrant hotel row and the turquoise waters of the main tourist district shortly after takeoff.
Two Lovers Point
The dramatic 378-foot limestone cliff that marks one of Guam's most famous cultural and geographic landmarks.
Ritidian Point
Guam's northernmost tip featuring pristine white sand beaches and the surrounding National Wildlife Refuge.
Wedding Cake Mountain
Mount Taipingot on Rota, famous for its distinct tiered shape resembling a wedding cake, visible during descent.
Songsong Village
The picturesque main settlement of Rota located on a narrow isthmus between two bays.
Book a window seat on the left (typically seat A) for the best views. Since the flight is under 30 minutes, be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the coastline of Guam and the cliffs of Rota without glare. Keep an eye out for the coral reef transitions at Ritidian Point.
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Pago Bay
A wide, beautiful bay on the eastern side of Guam seen during the initial climb if taking off to the east.
Andersen Air Force Base
Large-scale views of the strategic airbase runways and facilities occupying the northern plateau of Guam.
The Mariana Trench Edge
The deep blue expanse of the Pacific Ocean where the seabed begins its steep drop into the deepest part of the world's oceans.
Rota's Eastern Cliffs
The rugged and less-developed limestone terrace cliffs on the windward side of Rota island.
The right side is better for afternoon flights if you want to avoid the direct western sun. While it offers more 'open ocean' views, it provides an excellent perspective of the scale of Andersen Air Force Base. Watch for the distinct change in water color as the plane crosses the reef line near Guam's northern coast.
Book Hotels in RotaDistance: 91 km (57 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: GUM (13.4834003448, 144.796005249)
Arrival: ROP (14.17430019378662, 145.2429962158203)
Route Type: International
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