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MEL → BWN
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to Brunei International Airport (Bandar Seri Begawan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior lighting for photography on daytime flights and provides a spectacular approach into Brunei, often showcasing the winding rivers and dense rainforests of Borneo before landing.
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Great Dividing Range
Views of the rugged Victorian highlands and alpine regions shortly after takeoff from Melbourne.
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
Look far out to see the massive white salt crusts of Australia's largest endorheic lake in the distance.
Sulawesi & Celebes Sea
Views of the mountainous Indonesian islands and small volcanic archipelagos during the northern leg of the journey.
Borneo Rainforest
An incredible aerial perspective of the dense, lush canopy and the meandering Brunei River as you descend into BWN.
Bandar Seri Begawan
Aerial glimpses of the capital's landmarks, including the golden domes of mosques, depending on the approach path.
The right side is ideal for daytime flights as the sun is usually on the opposite side, reducing window glare. This side offers the best views of the Indonesian archipelago and is significantly more scenic during the final 30 minutes of the flight as you enter the airspace of the 'Abode of Peace'.
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Port Phillip Bay
Immediate views of Melbourne's coastline, the CBD skyline, and the Mornington Peninsula upon departure.
Great Sandy Desert
Deep red dunes and ancient geological formations of the Australian interior visible for hours during mid-flight.
Kimberley Coastline
The dramatic transition where the red earth of Western Australia meets the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Ashmore Reef
Small sandy cays and coral reefs visible as the flight crosses the Timor Sea toward Indonesia.
On morning flights, the left side will experience direct sunlight and glare. Choose this side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Australian coastline near the Kimberley region for the most vibrant color contrasts.
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Get eSIMs for BruneiDistance: 5,659 km (3,516 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 39 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: BWN (4.944200038909912, 114.9280014038086)
Route Type: International
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