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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to Australia's most dramatic interior landscapes, including the ancient Flinders Ranges and the vast, shimmering salt pans of Lake Eyre.

Right Side Highlights
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Adelaide Hills

Immediately after takeoff, enjoy views of the Mount Lofty Ranges and the patterned vineyards of the Barossa region.

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Flinders Ranges

The spectacular Wilpena Pound and the ancient, folded mountain ridges are best seen from this side.

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Lake Eyre (Kati Thanda)

Australia's lowest point; a mesmerizing expanse of white salt that occasionally turns pink or green when flooded.

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Simpson Desert

The world's longest parallel sand dunes create a unique 'corrugated' pattern on the landscape below.

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Arnhem Land Margins

View the winding river systems and vast floodplains that border the world-famous Kakadu National Park.

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Darwin Harbour

A magnificent view of the massive natural harbour and the turquoise waters of the Beagle Gulf before landing.

Book a morning flight to have the sun illuminate the Flinders Ranges from the east, highlighting the geological textures. If Lake Eyre has water in it, the right side is essential for seeing the incredible color variations and birdlife colonies from 30,000 feet.

Left Side Highlights
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Gulf St Vincent

Clear views of the Yorke Peninsula coastline and the deep blue waters of the gulf during the initial climb.

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Lake Torrens

A massive, endorheic salt lake that appears as a stark white or silvery ribbon against the red earth.

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The Red Centre

Endless expanses of the Great Victoria Desert transition into the sparse, iconic scrubland of central Australia.

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Katherine Region

As you head north, look for the rugged sandstone plateaus and hidden gorges near Nitmiluk National Park.

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Darwin City Approach

Depending on the wind, the left side often provides a sweeping view of the Darwin CBD and the Waterfront.

Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. During the final approach, keep your eyes peeled for the distinct line where the red desert soil meets the lush tropical greenery of the Top End.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,621 km (1,629 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min

Departure: ADL (-34.945, 138.53100600000002)

Arrival: DRW (-12.41469955444336, 130.87699890136722)

Route Type: Domestic

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