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HVB → BNE
Which side of the plane to sit from Hervey Bay Airport (Hervey Bay) to Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed K'gari (Fraser Island) and the stunning turquoise channels of the Great Sandy Strait immediately after departure.
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Great Sandy Strait
Vibrant turquoise sandbanks and winding tidal channels separating the mainland from K'gari.
K'gari (Fraser Island)
Aerial views of the world's largest sand island, including its dense forests and perched lakes.
Noosa Heads
The iconic headland of Noosa National Park and the pristine sands of Sunshine Beach.
Sunshine Coast Strip
Panoramic views of Maroochydore, Mooloolaba, and Caloundra hugging the Pacific coastline.
Moreton Bay Marine Park
Crystal clear waters of Bribie Island and the northern reaches of Moreton Bay during the descent.
Sit on the left for departures before midday to avoid direct sun glare. The initial 10 minutes of the flight offer the most dramatic views of the Great Sandy Strait's shifting sand patterns. Keep your camera ready as soon as the wheels retract for the best coastal panoramas.
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Maryborough
The historic township situated along the winding Mary River shortly after takeoff.
Glass House Mountains
The dramatic volcanic plugs of Tibrogargan and Ngungun rising sharply from the coastal plain.
D'Aguilar National Park
Expansive views of the rugged, forested mountain ranges west of the flight path.
Brisbane CBD Skyline
A distant but clear view of the city's skyscrapers on the final approach into BNE.
The Glass House Mountains are the star attraction on this side; they appear late in the flight during the descent into Brisbane. Choose this side for afternoon flights to see the golden hour light hitting the ancient volcanic peaks of the hinterland.
Book Hotels in BrisbaneDistance: 231 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: HVB (-25.3188991547, 152.880004883)
Arrival: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Route Type: Domestic
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