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PPT → TKX
Which side of the plane to sit from Faa'a International Airport (Papeete) to Takaroa Airport (Takaroa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Tahiti's rugged volcanic peaks upon departure and a stunning close-up of Takapoto Atoll just before landing.
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Mount Orohena
Breathtaking views of Tahiti's highest peak and the lush Papenoo Valley during the climb out of PPT.
Takapoto Atoll
Takaroa's 'twin' atoll is usually visible in great detail on the right side as you begin your final descent.
Teavaroa Village
Get a bird's-eye view of the main settlement and the pass where the lagoon meets the ocean just before touchdown.
Lagoon Pearl Farms
Spot the distinctive rectangular grids of black pearl oyster lines in the shallow turquoise waters.
The right side is generally better for the approach into TKX as the aircraft often banks to line up with the runway, showcasing the Takapoto lagoon. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut the glare and see the true colors of the coral reefs.
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Tetiaroa Atoll
Look for the famous private island sanctuary once owned by Marlon Brando shortly after takeoff.
The Tuamotu Drop-off
Witness the dramatic color shift from the deep indigo of the open ocean to the electric blue of the reef edges.
Manihi Atoll
If the flight path trends north, you may spot this atoll known as the cradle of Tahitian black pearls.
Sit toward the front to avoid the engine exhaust heat blur. Morning flights provide excellent soft lighting for the lagoons. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for Tetiaroa.
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Get eSIMs for French PolynesiaDistance: 599 km (372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: PPT (-17.553698999999998, -149.60699499999998)
Arrival: TKX (-14.45580005645752, -145.02499389648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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