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TMM → RUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Toamasina Airport (Toamasina) to Roland Garros Airport (St.-denis)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Madagascar coastline and the massive volcanic mountains of Reunion Island upon arrival.
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Pangalanes Canal
A unique chain of man-made and natural waterways that run perfectly parallel to the ocean along the Malagasy coast.
Piton des Neiges
The highest peak in the Indian Ocean, often seen poking through the clouds as the plane approaches Reunion.
The Cirques
Visual access to the rugged, vertical landscapes of Salazie and Mafate, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The right side is essential for seeing the volcanic core of Reunion Island. Aim for an afternoon flight to see the island's dramatic topography illuminated by the sun. Keep your camera ready as you approach the island for the best views of the jagged peaks.
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Toamasina Harbor
A bird's-eye view of Madagascar's busiest commercial port and industrial shoreline immediately after takeoff.
Mascarene Basin
Expansive views of the deep blue Indian Ocean, which often features whitecaps and deep turquoise shallows near the coast.
Saint-Denis Skyline
The urban landscape of Reunion's capital city appearing on the left as the aircraft lines up with the runway.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. During the approach to Roland Garros Airport, look for the 'New Coastal Road' (Nouvelle Route du Littoral), an impressive engineering feat built over the ocean.
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Get eSIMs for ReunionDistance: 712 km (442 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: TMM (-18.10950088500977, 49.39250183105469)
Arrival: RUN (-20.88710021972656, 55.51029968261719)
Route Type: International
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