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OGG → LNY
Which side of the plane to sit from Kahului Airport (Kahului) to Lanai Airport (Lanai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of Maui's iconic volcanic landscape, including the massive Haleakala and the distinctive crescent of Molokini Crater, followed by Lanai's rugged southern cliffs.
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Haleakala Shield Volcano
Massive views of the 10,023-foot summit and the vast eastern slopes of Maui shortly after takeoff.
Molokini Crater
The iconic crescent-shaped volcanic caldera peeking out of the blue waters of the Alalakeiki Channel.
Maalaea Bay
A prime area for spotting humpback whale breaches and sprays during the winter migration months.
Kahoolawe Island
The uninhabited, red-soiled 'Target Island' visible in the distance to the south across the channel.
Puu Pehe (Sweetheart Rock)
The legendary rock formation off the southern coast of Lanai as the plane prepares for its final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise illuminate the West Maui mountains across the channel. During winter (Dec-Apr), keep your eyes glued to the water for whale activity. This side also provides the best view of the neighbor islands to the south.
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West Maui Mountains
Dramatic, emerald-green ridges and deep, lush valleys of Mauna Kahalawai immediately after departure.
Lahaina Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the historic town of Lahaina and the sprawling resort beaches of Kaanapali.
Shipwreck Beach
The rusted remains of a WWII-era tanker grounded on the shallow reefs of Lanai's northern shore.
Molokai Island
The dramatic sea cliffs and silhouette of Molokai visible across the Pailolo Channel to the north.
Lanai City Highlands
The unique landscape of Cook Pines and the red-dirt central plateau as the plane descends into LNY.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you and capture the best colors of the West Maui Mountains. Watch the northern coast of Lanai carefully to spot the 'Kaiolohia' shipwreck resting on the reef just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in LanaiDistance: 56 km (35 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: OGG (20.8986, -156.429993)
Arrival: LNY (20.785600662231445, -156.9510040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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