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BHQ → DBO
Which side of the plane to sit from Broken Hill Airport (Broken Hill) to Dubbo City Regional Airport (Dubbo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred as it provides a clear view of the Menindee Lakes and the winding Darling River, which are the most visually distinct features in this arid landscape.
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Line of Lode
The massive mining ridge that serves as the backbone of Broken Hill.
Menindee Lakes
A chain of lakes offering a brilliant blue contrast to the desert.
Darling River
The winding artery of the outback lined with ancient gum trees.
Macquarie Valley
The sudden transition into green, irrigated agricultural land near Dubbo.
Request a window on the right for the iconic Menindee Lakes view about 10 minutes after departure. This side avoids direct afternoon sun glare when heading east, providing the best photographic opportunities of the Darling River's serpentine path.
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Broken Hill Townscape
The geometric layout of the 'Silver City' surrounded by red earth.
Barrier Ranges
Weathered hills providing a rugged backdrop to the north.
Saltbush Scrub
The unique textures of the outback flora from above.
Desert Cloud Shadows
High-contrast shadows over the vast red expanse on clear days.
Best for afternoon flights to see the sun illuminate the Barrier Ranges. Look for the distant Mundi Mundi Plains near takeoff which offer a sense of the immense scale of the outback.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 669 km (416 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: BHQ (-32.0013999939, 141.472000122)
Arrival: DBO (-32.2167015076, 148.574996948)
Route Type: Domestic
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