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BME → MEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Broome International Airport (Broome) to Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of Roebuck Bay's turquoise waters immediately after takeoff and usually provides a better angle of the Melbourne CBD during the final approach.
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Roebuck Bay
Stunning contrast between turquoise Indian Ocean waters and the deep red pindan soil of the Kimberley coast.
Gibson Desert
Fly over some of the most remote and untouched desert landscapes on the planet with unique spinifex patterns.
Great Australian Bight
On more southerly flight paths, catch distant views of the rugged southern coastline and limestone cliffs.
Grampians National Park
Spot the jagged sandstone ridges of Gariwerd rising from the flat Victorian plains in the distance.
Melbourne Skyline
Often provides the best view of the city skyscrapers and Port Phillip Bay if landing on Runway 16 or 27.
The right side is unbeatable for the Broome departure; ensure your window is clear for the first 10 minutes. For evening flights, you will be treated to a spectacular sunset over the desert. When approaching Melbourne, the right side typically offers the best panoramic views of the CBD and the Yarra River if the aircraft circles from the west.
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Great Sandy Desert
Vast stretches of red longitudinal dunes and ancient geological formations visible shortly after leaving the coast.
Lake Frome Region
Depending on the track, see shimmering white salt pans and ephemeral lake beds in the arid interior.
Murray River
Watch the landscape transition from red desert to the green, irrigated patterns of the Murray-Darling Basin.
Victorian High Country
Glimpses of the southern end of the Great Dividing Range as the plane begins its descent into Melbourne.
Northern Melbourne
Aerial views of the sprawling northern suburbs and regional hubs like Bendigo during the arrival sequence.
Choose the left side if you are flying during the morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is excellent for observing the dramatic color change from the red center to the green southern agricultural zones. Keep an eye out for the intricate patterns of seasonal watercourses in the outback.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 3,107 km (1,931 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: BME (-17.944700241088867, 122.23200225830078)
Arrival: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Route Type: Domestic
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