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LDH → SYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Lord Howe Island Airport (Lord Howe Island) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the New South Wales coastline, culminating in an iconic aerial view of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge during the descent.
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Lord Howe Lagoon
Breathtaking turquoise waters and coral reefs visible as the aircraft departs the island.
Port Stephens
The distinctive white sand dunes of Stockton Beach and the volcanic headlands of the bay.
Newcastle Coastline
The urban sprawl and industrial port of Australia's second-oldest city meeting the sea.
Northern Beaches
A sequence of golden beaches including Palm Beach, Whale Beach, and the Narrabeen Lagoon.
Sydney Harbour
The ultimate view of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge when arriving via the standard northern approach.
Always choose the right side for this route. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting as the sun illuminates the coastline and city skyline from the west. If landing on Runway 16, this side is guaranteed to see the city's most famous landmarks.
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Mount Gower and Lidgbird
The dramatic twin peaks of Lord Howe Island towering over the ocean immediately after takeoff.
The Tasman Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water where you can occasionally spot whale migrations between May and November.
Botany Bay
A close-up view of the historic bay and the massive container terminals of Port Botany just before touchdown.
The left side is preferable for early morning flights to watch the sunrise over the Pacific. It also provides the best views of the rugged southern end of Lord Howe Island during departure from Runway 28.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 786 km (488 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: LDH (-31.5382995605, 159.07699585)
Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Route Type: Domestic
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