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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides the most iconic views of Oahu's south shore, including a perfect angle of Waikiki and Diamond Head Crater, followed by a dramatic approach toward Lanai.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Honolulu Skyline

A sweeping view of the downtown towers and Ala Moana waterfront immediately after departure.

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Waikiki Beach

The dense hotel strip and turquoise waters of Hawaii's most famous beach destination.

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Diamond Head

An unbeatable top-down look into the iconic tuff cone crater of Leahi.

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Kaiwi Channel

The deep blue waters separating Oahu and Molokai, where humpback whales are often seen in winter.

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Lanai North Shore

The rugged, secluded coastline of the Pineapple Island as the plane begins its descent.

Book a window seat on the left for the morning flights (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) to get the best sunlight on Diamond Head without the glare. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of takeoff for the best Oahu coastal shots.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Pearl Harbor

A distant view of the historic naval base and the USS Arizona Memorial area during the initial climb.

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Molokai Fishponds

The geometric outlines of ancient Hawaiian aquaculture ponds along Molokai's southern coastline.

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Lanai Highlands

The iron-rich red soil and Cook pine forests that define the interior of Lanai.

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Pālāwai Basin

The central plateau of Lanai which formerly housed the world's largest pineapple plantations.

The right side is excellent for observing the unique geography of Molokai's south shore during the mid-portion of the flight. It also offers a great perspective of the central Lanai landscape and the airport's high-altitude plateau location upon landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 117 km (73 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 12 min

Departure: HNL (21.32062, -157.924228)

Arrival: LNY (20.785600662231445, -156.9510040283203)

Route Type: Domestic

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