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BNE → HBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane) to Hobart International Airport (Hobart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior coastal experience, tracking the iconic golden beaches of Queensland and New South Wales before showcasing the dramatic peninsulas of Tasmania's east coast.
Gold Coast & Surfers Paradise
Shortly after takeoff from BNE, view the iconic high-rise skyline and long stretches of sand along the Gold Coast.
Cape Byron
The easternmost point of the Australian mainland, marked by its famous white lighthouse and crashing surf.
Sydney Coastline
Aerial views of the northern beaches and the entrance to Sydney Harbour as the flight tracks south over the Pacific.
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet
During the descent into Hobart, look for the pink granite peaks of The Hazards and the white sands of Wineglass Bay.
Maria Island
A rugged island national park known for its 'Painted Cliffs' and unique silhouette off the Tasmanian coast.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the coastline perfectly. This side is also best for seeing the turquoise waters of the Bass Strait and the intricate detail of the Tasmanian eastern bays during the final 20 minutes of flight.
The Great Dividing Range
Continuous views of the rugged mountain range that separates the coast from the Australian interior.
Victorian Alps
On clear days, see the southern reaches of the Australian Alps as you approach the Bass Strait.
Tasmanian Central Plateau
A 'land of a thousand lakes' formed by glacial activity, visible as you cross into Tasmanian airspace.
Mount Wellington (kunanyi)
The massive dolerite columns and summit of Hobart's iconic mountain dominate the view during the landing approach.
Derwent River Estuary
Wide-angle views of the river winding through the Hobart suburbs and under the Tasman Bridge.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. It offers the best perspective of Mount Wellington on the standard arrival path into Hobart. Keep your eyes peeled for Wilsons Promontory at the southern tip of the mainland.
Distance: 1,791 km (1,113 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Arrival: HBA (-42.836101532, 147.50999450700002)
Route Type: Domestic
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