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GLT → ROK
Which side of the plane to sit from Gladstone Airport (Gladstone) to Rockhampton Airport (Rockhampton)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Capricorn Coast's unique geography, featuring the industrial marvels of Gladstone Harbour and the pristine wilderness of Curtis Island.
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Gladstone Harbour
Watch massive cargo ships navigating the deep-water port, one of the busiest in Australia.
Curtis Island
The massive island flanking the coast, featuring a mix of heavy LNG infrastructure and national park wilderness.
The Narrows
A unique, 20km long tidal passage between the mainland and Curtis Island, popular for boating and fishing.
Keppel Bay
Distant views of the turquoise waters and white sands of the southern Great Barrier Reef marine park.
Fitzroy River Delta
The complex estuarine system where the Fitzroy River meets the sea, characterized by intricate mudflats.
The right side is the clear winner for coastal scenery. Watch for the dramatic contrast between the LNG plants on Curtis Island and the untouched coastal mangroves. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography on this side as the sun moves west.
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Industrial Gladstone
Bird's-eye view of the massive alumina refineries and the intricate rail networks powering the regional economy.
Mount Larcom
A prominent 474-meter volcanic plug that serves as the region's most recognizable natural landmark.
Calliope River
A winding river system that marks the transition from industrial zones to the sprawling Queensland scrubland.
Rockhampton City
Aerial view of the 'Beef Capital' CBD and its heritage architecture as the plane descends towards the airport.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. This side is better for spotting the silhouette of Mount Larcom shortly after takeoff and seeing the urban layout of Rockhampton during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 94 km (58 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: GLT (-23.869699, 151.223007)
Arrival: ROK (-23.3819007874, 150.475006104)
Route Type: Domestic
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