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POM → WWK
Which side of the plane to sit from Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport (Port Moresby) to Wewak International Airport (Wewak)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the winding Sepik River as you descend into Wewak, along with better visibility of the Southern Highlands' volcanic topography.
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Gulf of Papua
Panoramic views of the rugged coastline and mangrove swamps as the plane leaves the Port Moresby area.
Mount Giluwe
Sight of the highest volcano in Australasia, an extinct shield volcano with distinct alpine grasslands.
Sepik River Meanders
The highlight of the route, showcasing the incredible oxbow lakes and silver loops of the mighty Sepik River.
Wewak Headland
The dramatic approach into Wewak provides a clear view of the tropical coastline and the Bismarck Sea.
Book a window seat well behind the wing for the best photography of the Sepik River loops. Early morning flights (before 10:00 AM) are highly recommended to avoid the heavy convective cloud cover that typically forms over the Highlands by midday. Keep your camera ready as you cross the central divide for the most dramatic terrain changes.
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Owen Stanley Range
Immediate views of the jagged peaks and dense rainforest of the mountains north of Port Moresby.
Mount Wilhelm
On clear days, see the towering 4,509m summit of Papua New Guinea's highest peak in the distance to the east.
Ramu Valley
The vast green transition zone where the high mountains descend toward the northern coastal plains.
Schouten Islands
Distant views of the volcanic island chain dotting the Bismarck Sea as you approach the Wewak coastline.
The right side is excellent for spotting the highest peaks of the Bismarck Range. Watch for the 'shadow' of the mountains during early morning flights, which creates dramatic lighting for landscape shots. If the flight path stays further east, you may catch a glimpse of the active Manam Island volcano venting steam on the horizon.
Book Hotels in WewakDistance: 760 km (472 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: POM (-9.44338035583496, 147.22000122070312)
Arrival: WWK (-3.5838301181800003, 143.66900634799998)
Route Type: Domestic
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