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CMA → SGO
Which side of the plane to sit from Cunnamulla Airport (Cunnamulla) to St George Airport (St George)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more varied landscape, showcasing the transition from the dry Warrego floodplains to the lush, irrigated cotton fields and significant water infrastructure near St George.
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Cunnamulla Weir
A prominent water feature on the southern outskirts of Cunnamulla providing a vital desert oasis.
Nebine Creek System
Cross over the broad, braided channels of the Nebine Creek, which becomes a massive waterway during rare flood events.
Beardmore Dam
A massive body of water appearing as a blue jewel in the desert just before the descent into St George.
Cotton Irrigation Blocks
Vibrant green geometric fields that contrast sharply with the surrounding red earth, indicating the start of the irrigation district.
Balonne River Views
Follow the course of the Balonne River as it approaches St George, lined with ancient river red gums.
The right side is essential for viewing the approach into St George. Position yourself here to see the impressive Beardmore Dam and the scale of the local agriculture. In the late afternoon, the low sun beautifully highlights the textures of the sand ridges and floodplains to the south.
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Warrego River Meanders
View the intricate winding paths and seasonal billabongs of the Warrego River shortly after takeoff from Cunnamulla.
Arid Claypans
Observe the unique circular claypan formations and varied soil colors ranging from deep ochre to pale grey across the mulga lands.
Remote Pastoral Stations
Spot isolated outback homesteads and their network of dirt tracks and bores that sustain life in this dry region.
Gidgee Scrubland
Fly over vast expanses of silver-leafed ironbark and gidgee trees that define the southwestern Queensland vegetation.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Queensland outback and the ancient, flat topography extending toward the north.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 292 km (181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 29 min
Departure: CMA (-28.03000068664551, 145.6219940185547)
Arrival: SGO (-28.049699783325195, 148.59500122070312)
Route Type: Domestic
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