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JCK → ISA
Which side of the plane to sit from Julia Creek Airport (Julia Creek) to Mount Isa Airport (Mount Isa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of the region, including the township of Cloncurry, the vivid blue waters of Lake Moondarra, and the massive industrial complex of the Mount Isa Mines on the final approach.
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Cloncurry Township
The historic town where the Royal Flying Doctor Service began, visible about halfway through the journey.
Lake Moondarra
A striking blue reservoir that provides a dramatic contrast against the surrounding red earth and rugged hills.
Mount Isa Mine Stack
The iconic 270-meter tall chimney and the sprawling mining infrastructure that defines the Mount Isa skyline.
Mary Kathleen Mine
The distant, vibrant turquoise waters of the abandoned uranium open-cut mine located between Cloncurry and Mount Isa.
North Selwyn Ridges
Sharp, jagged ridges of mineral-rich rock that provide a textured and dramatic topographic view.
Request a window seat on the right for the approach into Mount Isa to see the massive scale of the mining operations. Morning flights are ideal to avoid heat haze and to see the colors of the Selwyn Range at their most vibrant without direct sun glare.
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Julia Creek Outskirts
A view of the vast, flat Mitchell Grass Downs that dominate the landscape immediately after takeoff.
Gilliat River System
Intricate, braided river channels that form complex geometric patterns across the red soil during the dry season.
Southern Selwyn Range
The transition from flat plains to the rugged, ancient rock formations of the Selwyn Range south of the flight path.
Barkly Highway
The iconic 'Overlanders Way' highway carving a straight line through the remote outback toward the horizon.
This side is best during late afternoon flights as the sun is positioned to the north, illuminating the southern landscapes with warm light and long shadows. It provides a better sense of the sheer scale and isolation of the Australian outback.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 232 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: JCK (-20.66830062866211, 141.72300720214844)
Arrival: ISA (-20.6639003754, 139.488998413)
Route Type: Domestic
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