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DRW → SYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Darwin International Airport (Darwin) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is widely considered superior because it offers the iconic postcard view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House during the standard northern arrival into Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
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Mary River Wetlands
Lush green floodplains and winding river systems teeming with wildlife located just east of Darwin.
Channel Country
View the intricate braided river patterns and vast floodplains of the central Australian outback.
Blue Mountains
Dramatic sandstone cliffs and deep eucalyptus-filled valleys as the flight begins its final descent.
Sydney Harbour
The most famous view in Australian aviation, featuring the Harbour Bridge and Opera House on a clear day.
Sydney CBD
A stunning perspective of the dense skyscraper clusters and urban geometry of Australia's largest city.
Seat on the left (Seat A) to secure the legendary view of the Harbour Bridge on arrival. For midday flights, this side also minimizes direct sunlight glare, providing better visibility of the changing terrain from tropical wetlands to arid desert and finally the temperate coast.
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Excellent views of the Darwin waterfront, CBD, and Fannie Bay shortly after takeoff.
Simpson Desert
Striking red sand dunes and ancient arid landscapes of the Australian interior during the mid-flight cruise.
Warrumbungle Range
Watch for the jagged volcanic silhouettes of this unique mountain range in central New South Wales.
Olympic Park
Clear views of the massive stadium complex and Parramatta River during the approach from the west.
Botany Bay
Aerial views of the historic bay and southern beaches if the aircraft lands from the south.
The right side (Seat F) is ideal for capturing the red hues of the Australian desert during the middle portion of the flight. If the airport is operating with southern arrivals, this side provides beautiful views of the Royal National Park and Cronulla's coastline.
Book Hotels in SydneyDistance: 3,155 km (1,960 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 43 min
Departure: DRW (-12.41469955444336, 130.87699890136722)
Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Route Type: Domestic
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