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HOI → MKP
Which side of the plane to sit from Hao Airport (Hao Island) to Makemo Airport (Makemo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is superior as it offers an immediate, close-up view of the massive Amanu Atoll shortly after takeoff and provides the best perspective of the complex coral passes and turquoise lagoon entries during the approach to Makemo.
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Amanu Atoll
Located only 15km from Hao, this large atoll provides spectacular views of its numerous islets (motus) immediately after departure.
Rekareka Atoll
A stunning, tiny atoll featuring a completely enclosed lagoon with vibrant shades of neon blue and green.
Marutea Nord
A large, sparsely populated atoll known for its pearl farms, visible as small dark dots within the lagoon waters.
Arikitamiro Pass
The dramatic deep-water entrance to Makemo's lagoon, showing the powerful contrast between ocean and lagoon currents.
Pouheva Village
The main settlement of Makemo, visible with its lighthouse and pier as the plane aligns for the runway.
The right side is the premium choice for this route. Sit here for an afternoon flight to get the best lighting on the lagoons. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of flight for Amanu and the last 10 minutes for the spectacular approach into Makemo Airport.
Book Hotels in MakemoHao Lagoon Perimeter
Witness the immense scale of Hao's lagoon, one of the largest in French Polynesia, as you climb out from the airport.
Tauere Atoll
A classic, small ring-shaped coral atoll that appears like a white necklace dropped in the deep blue ocean.
Hikueru Atoll
Visible in the distance, this atoll is historically famous for its natural pearl production and distinctive circular shape.
Makemo South Reef
View the long, unbroken stretch of the southern reef of Makemo, where waves break directly against the coral wall.
Choose the left side for morning departures to minimize sun glare on the window. It is the better side for spotting more isolated, smaller atolls that dot the path toward the central Tuamotus. Watch for the 'Hao Gap' where the reef was modified during the 20th century.
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Get eSIMs for French PolynesiaDistance: 332 km (206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: HOI (-18.074800491333008, -140.9459991455078)
Arrival: MKP (-16.583900451660153, -143.6580047607422)
Route Type: Domestic
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