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KNQ → GEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Koné Airport (Kone) to Nouméa Magenta Airport (Noumea)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular, low-altitude views of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed lagoon, vibrant coral reefs, and the turquoise New Caledonian coastline.
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The Great Lagoon
Incredible shades of azure and turquoise in the world's largest coral lagoon.
Barrier Reef
Intricate coral formations and white sand cays visible through the crystal-clear Pacific water.
Bourail Coastline
Aerial views of the Roche Percée and the iconic Turtle Bay beach formations.
Nouméa Bays
A stunning final approach over Anse Vata and Baie des Citrons before landing at Magenta.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. Midday flights provide the best light to see through the water to the reef. During the final descent into Magenta, stay alert for sea turtles or rays visible in the shallow bays.
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Chaîne Centrale
The rugged mountain spine of Grande Terre with peaks rising sharply from the coastal plains.
Primary Rainforests
Lush patches of endemic vegetation and dense tropical forests covering the interior valleys.
Nickel Mines
Distinctive red-earth open-cut mines carved into the mountainsides near Poya and Nepoui.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the mountains illuminated by the rising sun. Look for the dramatic contrast between the red mining soil and the deep green forest canopy.
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Get eSIMs for New CaledoniaDistance: 216 km (134 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: KNQ (-21.05430030822754, 164.83700561523438)
Arrival: GEA (-22.25830078125, 166.47300720214844)
Route Type: Domestic
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