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GUR → POM
Which side of the plane to sit from Gurney Airport (Gurney) to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning tropical views, the right side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic peaks of the Owen Stanley Range, including the highest points in the southeastern tail of Papua New Guinea.
Owen Stanley Range
The rugged spine of the island, featuring some of the most inaccessible and dramatic mountain terrain in the Pacific.
Pristine Rainforest
Continuous stretches of primary tropical rainforest that appear as a dense, undulating green carpet.
Mount Victoria
The highest peak of the Owen Stanley Range, often visible piercing through the cloud layer on clear days.
Highland Cloud Forests
Spectacular mist-filled valleys and ridges that characterize the high-altitude environment of the interior.
Kokoda Track Region
Fly over the general vicinity of the historic and treacherous trail that winds through the mountainous interior.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Book the earliest possible flight (ideally before 09:00 AM) because the Owen Stanley Range frequently traps moisture, leading to heavy cloud cover and thunderstorms by the afternoon. Morning light provides the best shadows and depth for photographing the sharp ridges and deep valleys.
Milne Bay Vistas
Exquisite views of the deep blue waters and coral fringes of Milne Bay immediately following takeoff from Gurney.
Cloudy Bay Coastline
The intricate shoreline of the Central Province featuring remote coastal villages and sandy beaches.
Coral Sea Barrier Reef
As the plane approaches Port Moresby, the extensive reef systems create vibrant turquoise patterns in the deep blue sea.
Port Moresby Skyline
A view of the Fairfax Harbour and the developing urban landscape of the capital city during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the coastline and the vast Coral Sea. This side is particularly beautiful during mid-morning flights when the sun is higher, illuminating the turquoise reefs near Port Moresby. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight for the coastal approach.
Distance: 355 km (221 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: GUR (-10.3114995956, 150.333999634)
Arrival: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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