MEL → HNL

Yarra Valley

Rolling hills and vineyard-covered landscapes east of Melbourne visible during the initial climb.

Pacific Sunrise

A breathtaking sunburst over the horizon, common on the overnight flight schedules typically used for this route.

Pearl Harbor

An unparalleled aerial perspective of the USS Arizona Memorial and the historic naval base during the approach.

Honolulu Skyline

Clear views of the high-rises in Waikiki contrasted against the deep blue waters of the Pacific.

Diamond Head

The world-famous volcanic tuff cone is perfectly visible just moments before the wheels touch the runway.

Melbourne City & Bay

Spectacular views of the Melbourne CBD and the curve of Port Phillip Bay immediately after departure.

The Tasman Sea

Deep blue vistas as the aircraft transitions from the Australian coast to the open Pacific Ocean.

Intertropical Convergence Zone

Dramatic, towering cloud formations often visible when crossing the equator midway through the journey.

Kiribati Atolls

Possibility of spotting remote, ring-shaped coral islands depending on the specific GPS track taken.

Waiʻanae Mountain Range

View of the older, rugged western volcanic peaks of Oahu as the plane begins its final descent.