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BME → DRW
Which side of the plane to sit from Broome International Airport (Broome) to Darwin International Airport (Darwin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panorama of the Kimberley coastline, including the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, the rugged Buccaneer Archipelago, and the dramatic tidal effects of King Sound.
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Roebuck Bay
The striking contrast between deep red Pindan cliffs and the bright turquoise waters right after takeoff from Broome.
Buccaneer Archipelago
A cluster of over 800 islands with white sands and jagged rocks scattered across the sapphire sea.
King Sound
Witness some of the world's highest tidal ranges creating massive mudflats and swirling turquoise currents near Derby.
Prince Regent National Park
Views of one of Australia's most remote wilderness areas with deep gorges and rugged sandstone plateaus.
Joseph Bonaparte Gulf
The expansive crossing into the Timor Sea where the Kimberley meets the Northern Territory coastline.
Darwin Harbor
An aerial view of the tropical capital's coastline and the Beagle Gulf during the final approach.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, enhancing the saturation of the turquoise waters. The Buccaneer Archipelago is the peak visual moment about 30-40 minutes into the flight. Polarized sunglasses will significantly help in cutting the ocean glare to see the reef structures below.
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Wunaamin Miliwundi Ranges
Ancient, rugged sandstone ranges that form the backbone of the central Kimberley region.
Fitzroy River Basin
The winding path of one of Australia's largest river systems carving through the arid landscape.
Keep River National Park
Striking geological formations near the NT border that resemble the famous Bungle Bungles.
Argyle Region
Distances views of the harsh, mineral-rich terrain that defines the East Kimberley's geological history.
Litchfield National Park
On the descent into Darwin, look for the lush green canopy and hidden escarpments of this popular park.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the setting sun illuminates the red rock escarpments of the Kimberley interior. This side provides a better view of the transition from desert-like terrain to the lush tropical wetlands of the Top End during the final 20 minutes of flight.
Book Hotels in DarwinDistance: 1,113 km (692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BME (-17.944700241088867, 122.23200225830078)
Arrival: DRW (-12.41469955444336, 130.87699890136722)
Route Type: Domestic
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