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HIR → RUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Honiara International Airport (Honiara) to Marau Airport (Marau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the turquoise coral reefs of the Marau Sound and the vast expanse of the Solomon Sea, providing a classic tropical island perspective as you approach the destination.
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Ironbottom Sound
Glimpse the historic waters north of Honiara, famous for WWII naval battles and numerous submerged shipwrecks.
Nggela Islands
On clear days, the Florida Islands are visible across the Indispensable Strait to the north.
East Guadalcanal Coast
Admire the pristine white sand beaches and coconut plantations lining the coastline.
Marau Sound Reefs
The highlight of the flight, featuring intricate coral formations and neon-blue lagoons as the plane descends.
Tavanipupu Island
The iconic luxury resort island is often visible just before touchdown at Marau Airport.
Sit on the left for the best photographic angles of the Marau Sound coral structures. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare of the afternoon sun over the water. Keep your camera ready as soon as the plane begins its descent, as the lagoon transition is rapid.
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Mount Popomanaseu
The highest peak in the Solomon Islands, often shrouded in misty clouds within the central range.
Guadalcanal Rainforest
Vast stretches of untouched primary tropical rainforest covering the rugged interior mountains.
Meandering Rivers
Look for the winding paths of the Balasuna and Berande rivers cutting through the dense jungle.
Coastal Villages
Small traditional settlements tucked between the forest edge and the shoreline.
The right side is perfect for those interested in the island's interior geography and rugged peaks. However, clouds often build up over the mountains by midday, so early morning flights offer the clearest views of the high ridges.
Book Hotels in MarauDistance: 97 km (60 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: HIR (-9.4280004501343, 160.05499267578)
Arrival: RUS (-9.86166954041, 160.824996948)
Route Type: Domestic
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