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BNE → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route, offering views of the stunning Queensland coastline upon departure and the best probability of seeing the iconic Hong Kong skyline and Victoria Harbour on the descent into HKG.
Moreton Bay
Breathtaking views of Moreton and North Stradbroke Islands and their turquoise waters.
Gulf of Carpentaria
The unique intersection of the northern Australian coastline and the tropical sea.
Molucca Islands
Aerial views of perfectly symmetrical volcanic cones scattered across the Indonesian archipelago.
Hong Kong Skyline
The premier view of Victoria Peak, Central district skyscrapers, and Kowloon during the standard approach.
The right side is the 'money side' for the Hong Kong arrival. If the flight lands from the east (Runway 25), you will see the entire city. For the best experience, try to identify the Tian Tan Buddha on Lantau Island just minutes before touchdown.
Brisbane River
A clear view of the winding river and CBD if departing toward the north.
Western Queensland
Dramatic views of the arid, red-earthed landscapes of the Australian interior.
Philippine Peaks
Distant sightings of the volcanic mountains on the island of Luzon during the mid-flight transit.
Pearl River Delta
Views of the massive bridge infrastructure connecting Hong Kong, Macau, and Zhuhai.
Select the left side on daytime flights to avoid direct sunlight during the afternoon trek northward. It offers the best views of the Great Dividing Range early in the flight. Watch for the cargo ships clustered in the South China Sea before landing.
Distance: 6,948 km (4,317 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 10 min
Departure: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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