Bora Bora to Rangiroa flight pathBOBRGI

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Flight time50m
Distance291
Heading070° → 069°

Bora Bora to Rangiroa is 291 miles (468 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.

Best side
RightMostly right

Right side captures the dramatic volcanic scenery at departure (Bora Bora's peaks) which is the most visually striking element of this short inter-island flight. While landing views are comparable on both sides, the takeoff advantage is decisive.

Takeoff · BOBRIGHTMount Otemanu (2, 385 ft), Bora Bora lagoon with its coral reef barrier
Landing · RGILEFTRangiroa lagoon, Tiputa Pass, Avatoru Pass

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Open ocean crossing with scattered small atolls and reef systems visible below; the flight path passes over deep blue Pacific waters between the two islands with occasional small motu and lagoon systems visible at altitude

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Takeoff from BOB

RIGHT

Right side offers immediate views of Bora Bora's distinctive volcanic peaks and the surrounding lagoon system as you climb out northwestward. The left side faces open ocean with no significant landmarks during initial climb.

Mount Otemanu (2385 ft)Bora Bora lagoon with its coral reef barrierMount Pahia

Landing at RGI

LEFT

Left side provides the best approach views of Rangiroa's atoll structure and lagoon as you descend from the southeast. The long, narrow atoll with its distinctive passes and lagoon system is most visible from this angle during final approach.

Rangiroa lagoonTiputa PassAvatoru Passouter reef barrier

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bora Bora (BOB) to Rangiroa (RGI)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bora Bora to Rangiroa. Right side captures the dramatic volcanic scenery at departure (Bora Bora's peaks) which is the most visually striking element of this short inter-island flight. While landing views are comparable on both sides, the takeoff advantage is decisive.

What can I see during takeoff from Bora Bora in Bora Bora?

During takeoff from Bora Bora (BOB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers immediate views of Bora Bora's distinctive volcanic peaks and the surrounding lagoon system as you climb out northwestward. The left side faces open ocean with no significant landmarks during initial climb. Notable sights include: Mount Otemanu (2,385 ft), Bora Bora lagoon with its coral reef barrier, Mount Pahia, Tupai atoll to the northwest.

What can I see when landing at Rangiroa in Rangiroa?

When landing at Rangiroa (RGI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides the best approach views of Rangiroa's atoll structure and lagoon as you descend from the southeast. The long, narrow atoll with its distinctive passes and lagoon system is most visible from this angle during final approach. Notable sights include: Rangiroa lagoon (vast shallow turquoise basin), Tiputa Pass (main navigation channel), Avatoru Pass, outer reef barrier.

How long is the flight from Bora Bora to Rangiroa?

The flight from Bora Bora (BOB) to Rangiroa (RGI) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 291 miles (468 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Bora Bora to Rangiroa flight path pass over?

Open ocean crossing with scattered small atolls and reef systems visible below; the flight path passes over deep blue Pacific waters between the two islands with occasional small motu and lagoon systems visible at altitude