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ISA → BQL
Which side of the plane to sit from Mount Isa Airport (Mount Isa) to Boulia Airport (Boulia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the massive Mount Isa mining complex immediately after takeoff, followed by better perspectives of the winding Burke River and the expansive Channel Country landscapes as you approach Boulia.
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Mount Isa Mines
Unrivaled views of one of the world's most productive single-site mining operations, including the iconic stack and massive open-cut pits.
Selwyn Range
Ancient, rugged quartzite ridges and spinifex-covered hills that characterize the harsh beauty of the Northwest Highlands.
Burke River Meanders
The intricate, winding paths of the Burke River are more visible on this side, showing the greenery of the riparian zone against the red earth.
Channel Country
As you descend into Boulia, witness the unique alluvial plains and braided river systems that define this part of the Australian outback.
The best time for this flight is early morning or late afternoon to capture the dramatic shadows on the Selwyn Range. Watch for the 'Lead Stack' immediately after takeoff; it's the tallest structure in the region. During the wet season (December–March), look for water flowing through the braided channels, which transforms the desert into a temporary green oasis.
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Arid Wilderness
Vast, uninhabited stretches of the Australian interior extending toward the Northern Territory border.
Drainage Networks
Complex, vein-like patterns of ephemeral creeks that only carry water after rare, heavy rainfall events.
Outback Stations
Occasional glimpses of remote cattle station infrastructure and dirt tracks that reveal the scale of human isolation in the region.
Min Min Country
The flat, mysterious plains surrounding Boulia, famous for the legendary Min Min Light sightings.
Sit on the right side if you prefer a view of the vast, uninterrupted horizon. This side is particularly good for spotting the transition from the rocky highlands of Mount Isa to the flat, sandy plains of the Boulia shire. Keep a keen eye out for dust devils (willy-willies) spinning across the landscape on hot, dry afternoons.
Book Hotels in BouliaDistance: 254 km (158 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: ISA (-20.6639003754, 139.488998413)
Arrival: BQL (-22.913299560546875, 139.89999389648438)
Route Type: Domestic
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