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CNS → WEI
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairns International Airport (Cairns) to Weipa Airport (Weipa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the lush, green Wet Tropics rainforest near Cairns to the rugged red-earth landscapes of the Cape York Peninsula and the winding river deltas of the north.
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Wet Tropics Canopy
Incredible views of the Barron Gorge and the dense World Heritage rainforest immediately after takeoff from Cairns.
River Systems
The intricate, snake-like patterns of the Mitchell and Alice River systems winding through the landscape.
Bauxite Mine Pits
The striking, geometric red excavations of the world-class bauxite mines that dominate the landscape around Weipa.
Mission River
Beautiful views of the wide estuaries and mangrove forests just north of the Weipa township during final approach.
Sit on the right for the best views of the Daintree fringes during departure. Keep your eyes peeled for the sharp 'color line' where the dark green vegetation meets the bright orange-red bauxite soil near Weipa. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography on this side.
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Great Dividing Range
Aerial views of the northernmost peaks of Australia's longest mountain range as you depart the coast.
Savannah Wilderness
Vast stretches of untouched eucalyptus savannah and tropical grasslands that define the interior of Cape York.
Albatross Bay
A sweeping view of the turquoise waters where the Gulf of Carpentaria meets the western coast during the descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to experience the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria as you approach Weipa. During the monsoon season, this side often provides a front-row seat to massive, isolated thunderstorm cells building over the plains.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 623 km (387 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: CNS (-16.885799408, 145.755004883)
Arrival: WEI (-12.6786003113, 141.925003052)
Route Type: Domestic
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