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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side is the superior choice for this route, offering a spectacular tour of the New South Wales coastline and the highest probability of viewing the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge upon arrival.

Right Side Highlights
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Flinders Island

The rugged granite peaks and white beaches of the Furneaux Group visible in the Bass Strait.

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Jervis Bay

Strikingly white sand and turquoise waters of this iconic marine park on the NSW South Coast.

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Illawarra Coastline

Dramatic views of the Sea Cliff Bridge and the industrial port of Wollongong.

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Royal National Park

Dense coastal eucalyptus forests and sandstone cliffs marking the southern edge of Sydney.

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Sydney Harbour

The world-famous Opera House and Harbour Bridge are often visible on the standard arrival path.

Sit on the right for the iconic 'Sydney Harbour' view. Most flights into SYD perform a U-turn over the ocean or harbor, placing the city center directly out of the right-hand windows. Morning flights offer the best lighting without sun glare.

Left Side Highlights
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Tamar Valley

Aerial views of the lush vineyards and the winding Tamar River as you depart Launceston.

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Bass Strait

A vast expanse of blue water connecting the island state to the Australian mainland.

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Great Dividing Range

The rugged inland mountain peaks and forested slopes visible as the flight moves north.

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Southern Highlands

Patchwork emerald green fields and quaint rural townships south of Sydney.

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Parramatta River

Views of Western Sydney's growing skyline and the river system leading toward the harbor.

The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. It also provides an excellent view of Botany Bay and the airport itself if the aircraft lands on the northern runways.

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Route Information

Distance: 914 km (568 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min

Departure: LST (-41.54529953, 147.214004517)

Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)

Route Type: Domestic

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