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SUV → FUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Nausori International Airport (Nausori) to Funafuti International Airport (Funafuti)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the expansive Te Namo lagoon and the scattered islets of the Funafuti Conservation Area during the approach.
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Rewa River Delta
Aerial view of Fiji's largest river system branching out into the Pacific near Nausori.
Vatu-i-Ra Seascape
Spot the intricate coral reef patterns and shallow turquoise waters of the Bligh Water region.
Te Namo Lagoon
A stunning perspective of the massive central lagoon of Funafuti as you descend.
Western Islets
View the tiny, uninhabited palm-fringed islets that dot the western rim of the atoll.
The left side is superior for seeing the internal lagoon structure of Funafuti. For the best photography of the coral reefs, a morning flight is recommended to avoid the sun's glare on the water. Ensure you have a window seat forward or aft of the wing for a clear view of the atoll's curve.
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Historic Levuka
View the island of Ovalau and the town of Levuka, Fiji's first UNESCO World Heritage site.
Vanua Levu Coast
The lush, mountainous ridges of Fiji's second-largest island are visible to the northeast.
Fongafale Ribbon
The incredibly narrow main islet of Funafuti where the runway and town are located.
Pacific Blue
Witness the dramatic color change where the deep ocean floor rises abruptly to meet the coral shelf.
The right side offers excellent views of the Fiji islands during the first 30 minutes of flight. As you approach Funafuti, the right side looks out toward the open Pacific Ocean, providing a sense of how isolated and narrow the land actually is. Look for the runway crossing the entire width of the island upon landing.
Book Hotels in FunafutiDistance: 1,061 km (659 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: SUV (-18.04330062866211, 178.5590057373047)
Arrival: FUN (-8.525, 179.195999)
Route Type: International
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