HNL → SFO

Diamond Head State Monument

A breathtaking view of the iconic volcanic tuff cone and its coastal lighthouse shortly after departure.

Waikiki Beach

The turquoise waters and high-rise hotels of Honolulu's most famous shoreline are visible during the initial climb.

Molokai Sea Cliffs

On many flight paths, you will pass the northern coast of Molokai, home to some of the world's tallest sea cliffs.

Golden Gate Bridge

Standard arrival routes into SFO from the west often provide a direct, top-down view of the famous orange bridge.

SF Downtown & Alcatraz

As the plane banks for its final approach, the left side captures the dense city skyline and the historic island prison.

SFO Parallel Landings

Watch other aircraft landing simultaneously on the parallel runways, a unique sight specific to San Francisco's layout.

Lanai & Maui

Depending on the flight path, you may catch views of the smaller islands of Lanai and the slopes of Haleakala on Maui.

Mauna Kea & Mauna Loa

On clear days, the massive volcanic peaks of the Big Island are often visible on the distant horizon to the south.

Pacific Blue Hole

Enjoy hours of deep indigo ocean views, often dotted with complex cloud formations and cargo ships near the coast.

Silicon Valley

During the descent, look for the sprawling campuses of tech giants and the unique circular Apple Park in Cupertino.

San Francisco Salt Ponds

Vibrant, multicolored salt evaporation ponds near the southern end of the bay create a stunning patchwork effect.