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BNE → TSV
Which side of the plane to sit from Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane) to Townsville Airport (Townsville)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the iconic Queensland coastline, including the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands.
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Moreton Bay & Bribie Island
Shallow turquoise waters and intricate sand patterns immediately north of Brisbane Airport.
K'gari (Fraser Island)
The world's largest sand island, featuring dense rainforests and perched freshwater lakes.
Great Barrier Reef
Vibrant coral cays and reef structures of the Capricorn and Bunker groups visible in the Pacific.
Whitsunday Islands
The stunning archipelago and iconic white sands of the Whitsundays often visible during the cruise phase.
Magnetic Island
A rugged, mountainous island located directly offshore from Townsville, visible during the final approach.
For the best experience, book a seat in front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the turquoise reef waters, as the sun will be behind you, minimizing glare on the window.
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Glass House Mountains
Dramatic volcanic plugs rising sharply from the coastal plain shortly after takeoff from Brisbane.
Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Lush green ridges and national parks of the Great Dividing Range stretching toward the horizon.
Bowen Basin Mines
The massive scale of Australia's open-cut coal mines visible as geometric scars on the landscape mid-flight.
Burdekin River
One of Australia's most significant river systems winding through the dry tropical interior.
Mount Elliot
A massive granite massif that dominates the southern skyline during the descent into Townsville.
Sit on the left for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Great Dividing Range. During the first 15 minutes of the flight, the Glass House Mountains provide excellent photography opportunities if the plane takes off toward the north.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 1,112 km (691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Arrival: TSV (-19.252500534057617, 146.76499938964844)
Route Type: Domestic
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