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OGG → HNM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kahului Airport (Kahului) to Hana Airport (Hana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the dramatic, rugged North Maui coastline, including the iconic Ke’anae Peninsula and secluded bays only accessible by air or sea.
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Paia Coastline
View the famous North Shore surf breaks and turquoise waters near Ho'okipa shortly after takeoff.
Ke’anae Peninsula
A stunning finger of lava rock jutting into the ocean, surrounded by white-capped crashing waves.
Rugged Sea Cliffs
Massive, vertical volcanic cliffs that drop hundreds of feet directly into the deep blue Pacific.
Winter Whales
During humpback season (December-April), this side offers the best chance to spot breaches in the channel.
Honomanu Bay
A beautiful, secluded black sand beach nestled at the mouth of a deep tropical valley.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the vibrant blues of the ocean without direct sun glare. This side provides the most dramatic perspective of the island's jagged coastline and is perfect for capturing the contrast between the black lava rock and the ocean foam.
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Haleakala Slopes
The massive, mist-covered northern flank of the 10,000-foot shield volcano looming above the clouds.
Rainforest Canopy
Expansive views of the East Maui Watershed, one of the densest and wettest tropical forests on earth.
Hidden Cascades
Countless thin, silver waterfalls plunging through the jungle that aren't visible from the ground.
The Road to Hana
Look down to see the famous winding highway and its many narrow bridges snaking through the greenery.
The right side is ideal for spotting inland waterfalls and the dramatic scale of the mountain. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the lush green mountain slopes as the sun illuminates the valleys from the west, making the vegetation appear incredibly vibrant.
Book Hotels in HanaDistance: 45 km (28 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 min
Departure: OGG (20.8986, -156.429993)
Arrival: HNM (20.79560089111328, -156.01400756835938)
Route Type: Domestic
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