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ASP → BNE
Which side of the plane to sit from Alice Springs Airport (Alice Springs) to Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the parallel red dunes of the Simpson Desert and the braided channels of the Diamantina River, followed by a panoramic approach into Brisbane.
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East MacDonnell Ranges
Ancient, weathered red ridges stretching eastward from Alice Springs into the desert expanse.
Simpson Desert
Vast expanses of world-famous linear red sand dunes creating a surreal, corrugated landscape.
Diamantina River
Unique 'thread-like' watercourses and floodplains cutting through the arid interior plains.
Scenic Rim
Spectacular volcanic mountain peaks and national parks surrounding the Brisbane basin.
Brisbane Skyline
Clear views of the CBD skyscrapers and the winding Brisbane River during the final descent.
Choose the right side for the most iconic Australian Outback scenery. The Simpson Desert's longitudinal dunes are best viewed from this side during the first hour of flight. On arrival, you are more likely to see the Brisbane River and city center if the aircraft lands from the south.
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Dramatic crystalline peaks and rugged terrain visible shortly after departing Alice Springs.
Channel Country
The northern edge of the Georgina River system featuring intricate, silvery braided streams.
Carnarvon Range
Rugged sandstone plateaus and deep hidden gorges located in the Central Highlands of Queensland.
Bunya Mountains
Ancient rainforest-covered peaks that mark the final transition from the outback to the coast.
Sit on the left to avoid direct sun glare on mid-day flights. This side provides a better perspective of the northern floodplains and the high plateaus of the Great Dividing Range as you approach the coastline.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 1,965 km (1,221 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: ASP (-23.806699752807617, 133.90199279785156)
Arrival: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Route Type: Domestic
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