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GUR → MIS
Which side of the plane to sit from Gurney Airport (Gurney) to Misima Island Airport (Misima Island)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides an incredible perspective of the historic Samarai Island and the dense clusters of coral atolls that form the Engineer Group, offering a true 'island-hopping' visual experience.
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Alotau Shoreline
View of the provincial capital and its busy wharf area immediately after takeoff from Gurney.
Samarai Island
The tiny, historically significant island that served as the colonial headquarters of the region.
Engineer Group Atolls
A stunning string of coral islands including Tubetube, surrounded by vibrant turquoise lagoons.
Bwagaoia Harbor
The main port of Misima Island, showcasing local shipping and the main settlement just before landing.
The right side offers the best views of the iconic Samarai Island shortly after departure. Choose a window seat away from the engine exhaust for the clearest views of the intricate reef patterns in the Engineer Group. This side is generally better for midday flights as it avoids the direct northern sun glare.
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Owen Stanley Range Tail
The dramatic conclusion of Papua New Guinea's central mountain range as it sinks into the Milne Bay waters.
Normanby Island
Distant views of the large, rugged volcanic terrain of the D'Entrecasteaux Islands to the north.
Solomon Sea Vistas
Deep indigo waters contrasting with the lighter turquoise of the submerged reefs along the northern route.
Mount Kilkerran
The towering 1,000-meter peak of Misima Island visible during the northern approach to the airport.
Sit toward the back of the cabin to keep the wing from obstructing your view of the massive Mount Kilkerran. The morning sun will be on this side, so use a polarizer if taking photos to cut through the sea haze.
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Get eSIMs for Papua New GuineaDistance: 277 km (172 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: GUR (-10.3114995956, 150.333999634)
Arrival: MIS (-10.6892004013, 152.837997437)
Route Type: Domestic
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