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MAG → GKA
Which side of the plane to sit from Madang Airport (Madang) to Goroka Airport (Goroka)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a stunning perspective of the Bismarck Range and the potential to spot Mount Wilhelm, Papua New Guinea's highest peak, as you transition from the coast to the Highlands.
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Madang Peninsula
Aerial view of the picturesque Madang township, known for its lagoons and lush tropical foliage.
Bismarck Range
Dramatic ascent into the heart of the PNG Highlands with jagged peaks rising to over 4,000 meters.
Mount Wilhelm
On clear days, the granite summit of PNG's highest peak (4,509m) is visible to the southwest.
Ramu River Meanders
The silver ribbon of the Ramu River winding through the dense jungle of the lowland valley.
Asaro Valley
A patchwork of coffee plantations and traditional villages as the plane enters the Goroka basin.
Choose the right side for the best chance to see Mount Wilhelm. Book the earliest flight possible (usually before 10 AM) because the Highlands are notorious for heavy afternoon cloud cover that obscures mountain views.
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Astrolabe Bay
Deep blue waters and coral reefs visible immediately after departing Madang Airport.
Ramu Sugar Estate
Large-scale agricultural patterns of the sugar plantations in the fertile Ramu Valley floor.
Finisterre Range
Views of the rugged and often cloud-shrouded peaks of the Finisterre mountains to the east.
Eastern Goroka Ridges
Dense highland settlements and small-holder gardens clinging to the steep eastern valley walls on descent.
Sit toward the front to avoid engine glare when looking east toward the morning sun. This side is excellent for seeing the transition from coastal plains to the massive sugar estates in the valley.
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Get eSIMs for Papua New GuineaDistance: 107 km (66 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: MAG (-5.20707988739, 145.789001465)
Arrival: GKA (-6.0816898345900015, 145.391998291)
Route Type: Domestic
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