At Santo Pekoa International Airport in Luganville: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Espiritu Santo's central volcanic ridges, northeastern coastline with fringing reefs, small islands of the Banks Islands group to the north, and the deep blue waters of the Coral Sea.

When taking off from Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing SON typically heads northeast or east over Espiritu Santo's interior and coastline. The left side offers views of the island's volcanic terrain, dense rainforest, and the northeastern coast with reef systems. You'll also see smaller islands in the Vanuatu archipelago stretching toward the horizon. Notable sights include: Espiritu Santo's central volcanic ridges, northeastern coastline with fringing reefs, small islands of the Banks Islands group to the north, and the deep blue waters of the Coral Sea.

When landing at Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON), sit on the Right side for the best views. Santo Pekoa's runway orientation (09/27) means most approaches come from the east over Espiritu Santo's interior and eastern coast. The right side offers views of the island's volcanic terrain, coastal features, and the approach path over the channel. You'll see the dramatic topography that makes this airport notable. Notable sights include: Espiritu Santo's central volcanic ridges, the eastern coastline with reef formations, the narrow channel between Espiritu Santo and smaller islands to the east, Luganville town on the western coast.

The best window seat at Santo Pekoa International Airport (SON) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Luganville (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.