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KIXOOL

Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Australian coastline, including the Great Barrier Reef and the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline during the descent into Gold Coast Airport.

Right Side Highlights
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Awaji Island

Views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and the Seto Inland Sea immediately after taking off from KIX.

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PNG Highlands

Dramatic views of the Bismarck Range and Mount Wilhelm as the flight crosses the mainland of Papua New Guinea.

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Great Barrier Reef

Stunning turquoise coral formations are often visible as the flight tracks south along the Queensland coast.

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K'gari (Fraser Island)

The unique landscape of the world's largest sand island is a major landmark during the descent towards Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

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Surfers Paradise

A spectacular view of the Gold Coast's famous high-rise skyline and long sandy beaches on the final approach.

This side is highly recommended for the final 90 minutes of the flight. To see the Great Barrier Reef, ensure your window shade is open as the plane enters Australian airspace. For the arrival at OOL, the right side usually provides the iconic view of the Surfers Paradise skyscrapers if the plane approaches from the north.

Left Side Highlights
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Kii Peninsula

The rugged mountains and coastline of Japan's Wakayama Prefecture are visible shortly after departure from Osaka.

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Pacific Sunrise

As most flights on this route are overnight, the left side provides a direct view of the sun rising over the open ocean.

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D'Entrecasteaux Islands

Remote volcanic islands off the eastern tip of Papua New Guinea can be spotted depending on the specific airway used.

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Coral Sea

Deep blue vistas of the Coral Sea as the aircraft transitions from the Pacific towards the Australian coast.

The left side is best for early risers who want to photograph the sunrise. It is generally the 'shady' side of the aircraft for the latter half of the flight, which can be preferable for sleeping. On the final approach into OOL, you may see the southern end of North Stradbroke Island.

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Route Information

Distance: 7,220 km (4,486 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 30 min

Departure: KIX (34.42729949951172, 135.24400329589844)

Arrival: OOL (-28.1644001007, 153.505004883)

Route Type: International

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