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DRW → MNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Darwin International Airport (Darwin) to Maningrida Airport (Maningrida)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic meeting point of the Arafura Sea and the Northern Territory coastline, featuring intricate river deltas and untouched beaches.
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Van Diemen Gulf
Clear views of the shallow turquoise waters and mudflats as you track east from Darwin.
South Alligator River Mouth
The massive, winding estuary of one of Kakadu's most famous rivers emptying into the sea.
Field Island
A small, remote island situated near the mouth of the Alligator Rivers region.
East Alligator River
The geographical boundary between Kakadu National Park and the Arnhem Land Aboriginal Reserve.
Arnhem Land Coast
Stunning vistas of remote, white sandy beaches and rugged headlands accessible only by air or sea.
Sit on the left for coastal views. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the vibrant blues of the Arafura Sea and the intricate patterns of the mangrove systems. Look for large crocodiles in the muddy river mouths from lower altitudes.
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Adelaide River
Watch the famous river snake through the floodplains shortly after departing Darwin.
Kakadu Wetlands
Vast stretches of seasonal floodplains and billabongs that change color with the seasons.
Arnhem Land Escarpment
Distant views of the ancient sandstone plateau and rugged cliffs to the south.
Savanna Woodlands
The endless green and gold carpet of the Northern Territory's typical tropical bushland.
Liverpool River System
Deep inland views of the river networks that feed into the Maningrida area.
The right side is best for viewing the inland wilderness and the scale of the Kakadu wetlands. During the wet season (December–March), this side offers better views of dramatic storm cells and lightning displays over the Arnhem Land plateau.
Book Hotels in ManingridaDistance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: DRW (-12.41469955444336, 130.87699890136722)
Arrival: MNG (-12.0560998917, 134.23399353)
Route Type: Domestic
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