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PPT → HOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Faa'a International Airport (Papeete) to Hao Airport (Hao Island)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the rugged northern coast of Tahiti and a sequence of stunning Tuamotu atolls like Anaa and Amanu before descending into Hao.
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Tahiti North Coast
Breathtaking views of the lush volcanic peaks and the urban sprawl of Papeete shortly after takeoff.
Mehetia Island
A glimpse of the youngest and easternmost volcanic island in the Society Islands chain.
Anaa Atoll
Witness the unique jade-green lagoon of Anaa, famous for its shallow waters and vibrant coral reflections.
Amanu Atoll
The neighboring atoll to Hao, offering intricate reef patterns and deep blue channels just before landing.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the lagoon colors. Morning flights (07:00-10:00) are ideal to keep the sun behind you, enhancing the saturation of the turquoise water. Polarized lenses will help you see through the water surface to the reef structures below.
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Tahiti-Iti
Views of the smaller, wilder peninsula of Tahiti and the world-famous surf breaks near Teahupo'o.
Nengonengo Atoll
A private atoll known for its black pearl cultivation, appearing as a perfect ring in the deep ocean.
Hao Lagoon Entrance
View the Kaki Pass, the main entrance for ships into the massive lagoon of Hao Atoll.
Hao Runway
Glimpse one of the longest runways in the Pacific, originally built as an emergency landing site for the Space Shuttle.
The right side is excellent for capturing the scale of the open ocean and the isolated nature of the southern Tuamotu group. During the final approach, this side often faces the interior of the Hao lagoon, which is one of the largest in French Polynesia.
Book Hotels in Hao IslandDistance: 919 km (571 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: PPT (-17.553698999999998, -149.60699499999998)
Arrival: HOI (-18.074800491333008, -140.9459991455078)
Route Type: Domestic
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