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BNE → LRE
Which side of the plane to sit from Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane) to Longreach Airport (Longreach)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Brisbane CBD upon takeoff and provides the most dramatic transition from the lush Scenic Rim mountains to the iconic red-dirt landscapes of the Queensland outback.
Brisbane Cityscape
Bird's-eye views of the winding Brisbane River, the CBD skyline, and the Story Bridge during the initial climb.
Scenic Rim
Dramatic mountain peaks and lush rainforest canopies of the Great Dividing Range as you cross the coastal border.
Darling Downs
Expansive agricultural vistas featuring a patchwork of golden wheat fields and green grazing pastures.
Red Earth Transition
The striking visual shift as the fertile brown soil transforms into the deep ochre and rust colors of the interior.
Outback Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side catches the glow of the setting sun over the vast, flat horizon.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as the sun will be on the opposite side, preventing glare and allowing for clear photography of the Great Dividing Range. Look out for the massive salt pans and clay pans that appear as white scars on the red earth about 45 minutes into the flight.
Moreton Bay
Distant views of the turquoise waters and sand dunes of Moreton and North Stradbroke Islands shortly after takeoff.
Glass House Mountains
Unique volcanic plugs rising abruptly from the landscape to the north of the flight path.
Maranoa Plains
Views of large-scale cattle stations and the intricate infrastructure of the Surat Basin gas fields.
Braided River Systems
The fascinating, complex patterns of dry creek beds and the Thompson River system near Longreach.
The right side is best for observing the unique 'jump-up' mesas and geological formations near the end of the journey. If you are flying in the middle of the day, be prepared for some glare; use a polarized lens for photos to capture the intricate patterns of the braided river channels.
Distance: 990 km (615 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Arrival: LRE (-23.4342002869, 144.279998779)
Route Type: Domestic
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