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LOD → SON
Which side of the plane to sit from Longana Airport (Longana) to Santo Pekoa International Airport (Santo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the smaller offshore islands and the turquoise Segond Channel during the final descent into Santo Pekoa.
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Ambae Southern Coast
Views of the rugged volcanic slopes of Ambae meeting the deep blue Pacific Ocean immediately after takeoff.
Tutuba Island
A beautiful coral island with white sand beaches and visible reef structures during the descent.
Aore Island
Lush tropical vegetation and coconut plantations visible as the plane nears the Segond Channel.
Segond Channel
The vibrant waterway separating Aore from Espiritu Santo, often dotted with small boats and divers.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh northern sun glare. This side is particularly rewarding during the landing phase, as it looks directly onto the scenic resorts and reef systems of Aore and Tutuba islands.
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Manaro Ngiru
Occasional views of the central volcano of Ambae, though often partially obscured by clouds.
Palikulo Bay
A stunning, deep blue bay known for its clarity and historical significance from WWII.
Luganville Outskirts
A bird's-eye view of the outskirts of Vanuatu's second-largest town and the industrial port area.
Santo Highlands
Dense, untouched tropical rainforests stretching across the interior of Espiritu Santo.
The right side is better for capturing the scale of the Ambae volcano shortly after departure. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you will get excellent views of the Palikulo Peninsula. Look for the WWII-era infrastructure near the coast.
Book Hotels in SantoDistance: 83 km (52 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 min
Departure: LOD (-15.3066997528, 167.966995239)
Arrival: SON (-15.505000114399998, 167.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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