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TUO → AKL
Which side of the plane to sit from Taupo Airport (Taupo) to Auckland International Airport (Auckland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the geothermal features near Taupo, the dramatic Kaimai Ranges, and the iconic Auckland skyline and Hauraki Gulf during the descent.
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Huka Falls
Spot the bright turquoise surge of the Huka Falls just north of Taupo shortly after takeoff.
Kaimai Ranges
Dramatic views of the steep forested ridgeline that separates the Waikato region from the Bay of Plenty.
Auckland CBD
The best side to see the Sky Tower, the city skyscrapers, and the harbor bridge when approaching from the south.
Rangitoto Island
Catch a glimpse of Auckland's youngest and most iconic volcanic cone sitting in the Hauraki Gulf.
Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun hits the Kaimai Ranges and the Auckland skyline. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the geothermal steam rising from the Wairakei Power Station.
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Lake Taupo Coastline
Aerial views of the northern shores of New Zealand's largest lake and the start of the Waikato River.
Mount Pirongia
An ancient, heavily forested stratovolcano that stands out prominently against the Waikato agricultural plains.
Manukau Harbour
On approach to Auckland, you will see the vast tidal flats and the narrow entrance at the Manukau Heads.
Sit on the left for better views of the rugged Tasman Sea coastline in the distance if the weather is clear. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the Waikato landscape and the West Coast approach.
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Get eSIMs for New ZealandDistance: 223 km (139 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 22 min
Departure: TUO (-38.73970031738281, 176.08399963378906)
Arrival: AKL (-37.0080986023, 174.792007446)
Route Type: Domestic
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