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ADL → ASP
Which side of the plane to sit from Adelaide International Airport (Adelaide) to Alice Springs Airport (Alice Springs)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides an unparalleled view of the Flinders Ranges and the stunning salt crusts of Lake Torrens and Lake Eyre.
Flinders Ranges
Observe the ancient, jagged peaks and the iconic circular natural amphitheater of Wilpena Pound.
Lake Torrens
Marvel at the enormous, 250km long salt lake that often appears as a ghostly white or silver expanse.
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
In the distance, see Australia's largest salt lake, which transforms with pink hues when water is present.
Simpson Desert
Witness the parallel red sand dunes stretching toward the horizon as the landscape turns deep ochre.
MacDonnell Ranges
The dramatic, ridge-like mountain formations that signal your final descent into Alice Springs.
Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Flinders Ranges, highlighting the geological textures of the peaks. If the salt lakes have recently received water, the colors on this side are extraordinary. Look for the distinct 'V' shape of the MacDonnell Ranges during the descent phase for a classic Central Australian view.
Spencer Gulf
View the deep blue waters and industrial ports of the gulf during the initial climb out of Adelaide.
Eyre Peninsula Coast
Glimpse the rugged coastline and the vast agricultural lands stretching toward the Great Australian Bight.
Lake Gairdner
Spot the brilliant white salt surface of this massive endorheic lake shimmering in the distance to the west.
Woomera Prohibited Area
Look down over the vast, restricted military testing range characterized by remote outback terrain.
Stuart Highway
Track the long, lonely ribbon of bitumen and the parallel Ghan railway line cutting through the desert.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to witness the spectacular desert sunset as you approach the Red Centre. Keep an eye out for the white salt pans of the interior which contrast sharply against the red earth. Most views on this side are of vast, flat plains, so high-altitude visibility is key.
Distance: 1,317 km (818 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: ADL (-34.945, 138.53100600000002)
Arrival: ASP (-23.806699752807617, 133.90199279785156)
Route Type: Domestic
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