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PNP → POM
Which side of the plane to sit from Girua Airport (Girua) to Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the highest peaks of the Owen Stanley Range, including Mount Victoria, and provides the best aerial perspective of the Port Moresby coastline and harbor during the final approach.
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Kokoda Track Terrain
Fly over the incredibly rugged and historic territory where the WWII Kokoda Campaign took place.
Mount Victoria
The highest peak in the Owen Stanley Range, often rising above the clouds at 4,038 meters.
Varirata National Park
A lush plateau near the end of the range featuring dense rainforest and steep escarpments.
Port Moresby City
Panoramic views of the capital city, including the sports stadiums and Fairfax Harbour on final approach.
Fairfax Harbour
The large natural harbor surrounding the city, often dotted with cargo ships and local watercraft.
The right side is ideal for spotting the highest mountain peaks and seeing the city of Port Moresby during the landing pattern. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze, which can distort photos of the high-altitude mountain peaks.
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Mount Lamington
An active stratovolcano located shortly after takeoff, known for its devastating 1951 eruption.
Owen Stanley Ridges
Dramatic views of the jagged, jungle-clad spines of the main mountain range separating the north and south coasts.
Sirinumu Dam
A large reservoir visible in the Sogeri Plateau area that provides water and power to the capital.
Bootless Bay
Deep blue waters and coral reefs visible as the plane descends toward the southern coastline.
Sit on the left for the best views of Mount Lamington immediately after departure from Girua. Morning flights are highly recommended, as the Owen Stanley Range typically gathers heavy cloud cover by midday, obscuring the dramatic terrain.
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Get eSIMs for Papua New GuineaDistance: 139 km (86 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: PNP (-8.80453968048, 148.309005737)
Arrival: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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