At Port Vila Bauerfield in Port-vila: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Efate Island interior ridgelines, Port Vila harbor and waterfront, Shepherd Islands archipelago to the northwest, Mele Bay to the north.

When taking off from Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Port Vila Bauerfield typically departs to the north or northeast, and the left side offers views of Efate Island's rugged interior ridges and the northern coastline as you climb out. You'll also see the scattered islands of the Shepherd Islands group appearing progressively to the northwest across the water. Notable sights include: Efate Island interior ridgelines, Port Vila harbor and waterfront, Shepherd Islands archipelago to the northwest, Mele Bay to the north.

When landing at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Port Vila Bauerfield's primary runway (16/34) typically uses runway 16 for landing when winds permit, meaning final approach comes from the north. The left side offers views of Efate Island's eastern coast, the Port Vila harbor complex, and the surrounding reef systems. The right side faces open ocean with minimal geographic interest. Notable sights include: Efate Island coastline, Port Vila harbor and anchorage, coral reef boundaries (visible as color gradients in shallow water), nearby smaller islands of the Shefa Province.

The best window seat at Port Vila Bauerfield (VLI) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Port-vila (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.