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WLH → SON
Which side of the plane to sit from Walaha Airport (Walaha) to Santo Pekoa International Airport (Santo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the scenic Segond Channel, the lush greenery of Aore Island, and the vibrant waterfront of Luganville during the final descent.
Ambae Western Coast
Aerial views of the rugged volcanic slopes and dense jungle meeting the Pacific shoreline immediately after takeoff.
Aore Island
Crystal clear views of the white sand beaches and tropical plantations of Aore as the plane turns toward the runway.
Segond Channel
The bustling waterway between Aore and Santo, dotted with local boats and turquoise coral patches.
Luganville Waterfront
A bird's-eye view of Vanuatu's second-largest town and its colonial-era layout along the coast.
Sit on the left for the most iconic views of the surrounding smaller islands. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare off the water, and the low sun angle beautifully highlights the coral structures in the Segond Channel.
Pacific Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue waters separating Ambae and Espiritu Santo.
Million Dollar Point
Look closely during the approach to see the submerged WWII relics and machinery just off the coast.
Palikulo Bay
Vibrant turquoise lagoons and sprawling coconut groves on the eastern tip of Espiritu Santo.
Santo Pekoa Perimeter
Views of the historic airfield infrastructure originally built during World War II as you land.
The right side is excellent for history buffs; keep your eyes peeled for 'Million Dollar Point' as the plane nears the coast. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut through the water's surface reflection and see the reef details below.
Distance: 52 km (32 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 min
Departure: WLH (-15.4119997025, 167.690994263)
Arrival: SON (-15.505000114399998, 167.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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