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YVR → OGG
Which side of the plane to sit from Vancouver International Airport (Vancouver) to Kahului Airport (Kahului)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior arrival experience with breathtaking views of the massive Haleakalā volcano and the lush north shore of Maui as you descend into Kahului.
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Fraser River Delta
Vibrant silt patterns where the river meets the Salish Sea upon takeoff from YVR.
Mount Baker
On clear days, the snow-capped peak of this massive Washington volcano is visible to the southeast.
North Shore Maui
Bird's-eye views of legendary big-wave surf spots like Pe'ahi (Jaws) during the final descent.
Haleakalā
The dormant shield volcano dominates the landscape, often rising above the clouds during the approach.
Richmond & Delta
Aerial views of Metro Vancouver's southern suburbs and the busy shipping ports.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid harsh afternoon sun glare over the Pacific. The highlight is the approach into OGG; look for the dramatic contrast between the deep blue ocean and the reddish-brown volcanic slopes. During whale season (December-April), keep an eye on the water near the coast during the final descent.
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Strait of Georgia
Dotted with ferries and sailboats navigating the waters between the mainland and Vancouver Island.
Vancouver Island
Views of the rugged coastlines and dense forests of the southern tip of the island shortly after takeoff.
Olympic Mountains
The jagged, glaciated peaks of Washington's Olympic Peninsula visible across the strait.
West Maui Mountains
Deeply eroded green ridges and hidden valleys visible during the final banking turn into Kahului.
Moloka'i
Distant views of the world's highest sea cliffs on the neighboring island's north shore.
The right side is ideal for catching a Pacific sunset on late afternoon departures from YVR. While the middle of the flight is mostly open ocean, the view of the ancient, jagged West Maui Mountains during the final turn into the valley is spectacular. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the haze and capture the reef colors.
Book Hotels in KahuluiDistance: 4,302 km (2,673 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 4 min
Departure: YVR (49.193901061999995, -123.183998108)
Arrival: OGG (20.8986, -156.429993)
Route Type: International
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