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BNE → NTL
Which side of the plane to sit from Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane) to Newcastle Airport (Newcastle)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the iconic East Australian coastline, including the Gold Coast skyline, Cape Byron, and the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean.
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Moreton Bay & Stradbroke Islands
Aerial view of turquoise waters and massive sand dunes immediately after departure from Brisbane.
Gold Coast Skyline
Dramatic view of Surfers Paradise skyscrapers squeezed between the ocean and the canal systems.
Cape Byron Lighthouse
The most easterly point of Australia, featuring a distinct white lighthouse on a rocky headland.
Solitary Islands
A chain of islands off Coffs Harbour set within a protected marine park with visible coral reefs.
Port Stephens Sand Dunes
The massive Worimi sand dunes at Stockton Beach visible during the final approach into Newcastle.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sun reflecting off the Pacific, though be aware of glare. In the afternoon, this side is shaded, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Byron Bay coastline and Gold Coast beaches. This side is consistently more scenic due to the coastal tracking of most BNE-NTL flight paths.
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Scenic Rim Mountains
Rugged volcanic peaks and lush rainforests along the Queensland-New South Wales border.
Clarence River
A massive, winding river system snaking through the rural plains near Grafton and Maclean.
Great Dividing Range
The vast expanse of the Australian mountain range with deep gorges and dense eucalyptus forests.
Hunter Valley Hinterland
Rolling hills and patchworks of vineyards as the plane descends into the Newcastle region.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Great Dividing Range. It offers a unique perspective of the inland river systems and the dense rainforests of the Border Ranges National Park, which are particularly green after summer rains.
Book Hotels in NewcastleDistance: 614 km (382 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Arrival: NTL (-32.794998168945305, 151.83399963378906)
Route Type: Domestic
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