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EMD → BNE
Which side of the plane to sit from Emerald Airport (Emerald) to Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic volcanic plugs of the Glass House Mountains and the sprawling turquoise waters of Moreton Bay during the final approach into Brisbane.
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Central Highlands Mosaic
Geometric patterns of cattle stations and coal mining landscapes immediately after departure from Emerald.
Great Dividing Range
Aerial views of the rugged, forested ridges as the aircraft crosses the primary mountain barrier of Eastern Australia.
Wivenhoe & Somerset Dams
Massive reservoirs providing a glistening blue contrast to the dense bushland of the Brisbane Valley.
Glass House Mountains
Iconic ancient volcanic plugs like Mount Beerwah and Mount Tibrogargan rising sharply from the coastal plains.
Moreton Bay
If landing from the north, enjoy views of Bribie Island, the Tangalooma wrecks, and the sandy stretches of Moreton Island.
On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, which can cause glare; afternoon flights provide better lighting for photos of the Glass House Mountains. Keep your camera ready as you pass over the Somerset region for the best landscape shots.
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Darling Downs
A vast patchwork of fertile agricultural land known for its rich black soil and diverse crop rotations.
Bunya Mountains
Dense, dark-green canopy of the rainforest-clad peaks, home to the world's largest forest of ancient Bunya pines.
Brisbane CBD
A stunning view of the city skyscrapers and the winding 'Brown Snake' Brisbane River during the descent.
Port of Brisbane
Watch the industrial scale of the shipping terminals and cargo ships docked at the mouth of the river.
Suburban Sprawl
Overview of the rapidly expanding residential areas of Ipswich and the western corridors of Greater Brisbane.
The right side is ideal for city lovers; if the wind is blowing from the north, you will likely track directly past the CBD for a spectacular skyline view. This side is also less affected by the sun during morning flights.
Book Hotels in BrisbaneDistance: 652 km (405 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min
Departure: EMD (-23.5674991608, 148.179000854)
Arrival: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Route Type: Domestic
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