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LIH → OAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Lihue Airport (Lihue) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (Oakland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is significantly better for the approach into the Bay Area, offering iconic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline.
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Kauai's Coconut Coast
Aerial views of Lihue and the lush eastern shoreline of Kauai immediately after takeoff.
Pacific Cloudscapes
Vast formations of tropical trade wind cumulus clouds over the deep blue open ocean.
Golden Gate Bridge
On standard arrivals from the west, the iconic orange towers are often visible to the left as you cross the coast.
San Francisco Skyline
Unmatched views of the Salesforce Tower, Transamerica Pyramid, and the dense downtown urban core.
Alcatraz Island
The historic 'Rock' sitting in the middle of the bay is clearly visible during the final descent maneuvers.
Port of Oakland
Massive shipping cranes that resemble AT-AT walkers as the plane prepares to touch down.
For the best experience, choose a seat toward the front or far back of the left side to avoid the wing. On the OYOTL arrival into OAK, the plane often flies north of the city before turning, putting the Golden Gate and SF skyline perfectly in your window. This is especially spectacular on afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the city buildings.
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Poipu Coastline
A brief glimpse of the sunny southern beaches of Kauai if the flight path banks south after departure.
Pacific Sun Glint
The sun will be on the south side of the aircraft, creating a dramatic shimmering effect on the water's surface.
Santa Cruz Mountains
The dark, forested ridges of the coastal range visible as the plane approaches the California mainland.
San Mateo-Hayward Bridge
The longest bridge in California spanning the southern portion of the San Francisco Bay.
South Bay Salt Ponds
Vibrant, multicolored industrial salt ponds that create a patchwork of reds, greens, and yellows near the shoreline.
The right side faces south, meaning you will have direct sunlight for the majority of this eastbound flight; keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare. During arrival, focus on the unique geography of the South Bay and the Silicon Valley landscape. If landing on the 30 runways, you will see the San Mateo bridge and the East Bay hills.
Book Hotels in OaklandDistance: 3,950 km (2,454 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 39 min
Departure: LIH (21.97599983215332, -159.33900451660156)
Arrival: OAK (37.721298, -122.221001)
Route Type: Domestic
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