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SUV → TBU
Which side of the plane to sit from Nausori International Airport (Nausori) to Fua'amotu International Airport (Tongatapu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft typically offers a superior view of the scattered Lau Group islands in Fiji and a better perspective of the turquoise reef systems when approaching the Tongan archipelago from the northwest.
Rewa River Delta
Immediately after takeoff from SUV, observe the intricate silt patterns and lush mangroves of Fiji's largest river system.
Lau Group Archipelagos
Mid-flight views of remote islands like Nayau and Lakeba, featuring classic circular atoll formations and white sand fringes.
Tongan Reef Systems
As the flight nears Tongatapu, the shallow reef flats provide a stunning contrast of neon turquoise against the deep indigo of the South Pacific.
Distant Volcanic Peaks
On clear days, the silhouettes of northern Tongan volcanic islands can be spotted on the horizon.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is prime for spotting the small, uninhabited atolls of the Lau Group which are otherwise inaccessible. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight when the plane reaches the heart of the eastern Fijian islands.
Suva Harbor & Cityscape
View the bustling maritime activity of Fiji's capital and the dense urban sprawl of the Suva peninsula during departure.
Kadavu Island Silhouette
To the south, the high volcanic peaks of Kadavu and the Great Astrolabe Reef are often visible in the distance.
Fulaga Lagoon
A glimpse of one of the most beautiful lagoons in the Pacific, known for its mushroom-shaped limestone islets.
Tongatapu Southern Coast
On final approach, view the rugged southern cliffs and blowholes that define the edge of the main Tongan island.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunset views over the open ocean. During the approach to TBU, this side provides a closer look at the rural farming landscapes and the Blowholes 'Mapu 'a Vaea' if the flight path follows the southern coast.
Distance: 749 km (465 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: SUV (-18.04330062866211, 178.5590057373047)
Arrival: TBU (-21.241199493408203, -175.14999389648438)
Route Type: International
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