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LAX → NAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Los Angeles International Airport (Los Angeles) to Nadi International Airport (Nandi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the clear winner for this route, offering a spectacular view of the California coast upon departure and, most importantly, the iconic turquoise lagoons and island chains of Fiji during the descent into Nadi.
Malibu & Santa Monica
Dramatic views of the Southern California coastline and the Santa Monica Mountains shortly after takeoff from LAX.
Channel Islands
Clear views of the rugged Anacapa and Santa Cruz islands as the plane turns toward the southwest.
Mamanuca Islands
Breathtaking turquoise reefs and white-sand cays including the famous 'Cast Away' island during the Nadi approach.
Yasawa Archipelago
The distant volcanic peaks of the Yasawa chain are often visible to the northwest during the descent.
Pacific Sunset
On evening departures, this side offers a spectacular view of the sun dipping below the ocean horizon.
The right side is essential for 'the' Fiji view. During the last 20-30 minutes of the flight, the aircraft usually tracks south of the Mamanuca Islands, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the coral reefs. To maximize this, choose a seat away from the wing. On departure from LAX, the right side also catches the California coastline better if the plane performs a standard offshore loop.
Palos Verdes Peninsula
Aerial views of the rugged cliffs and luxury estates of the South Bay during the initial climb out of LAX.
Pacific Expanse
The deep indigo waters of the open Pacific Ocean, often featuring unique cloud formations near the equator.
Viti Levu Coastline
The lush, tropical greenery and mountainous interior of Fiji's largest island as you approach Nadi International.
Pacific Sunrise
For overnight flights, the left side provides a direct view of the sun rising over the horizon before landing.
Sit on the left if you prefer to see the sunrise on morning arrivals or if you want to see the main island's mountainous terrain during the final approach. It is generally the 'shady' side for the majority of this southwest-bound daytime journey, which helps with screen visibility and temperature control.
Distance: 8,892 km (5,525 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 28 min
Departure: LAX (33.94250107, -118.4079971)
Arrival: NAN (-17.755399703979492, 177.4429931640625)
Route Type: International
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