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MEL → KNS
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to King Island Airport (King Island)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Melbourne city skyline immediately after takeoff and a stunning longitudinal view of the Mornington Peninsula before heading across the Bass Strait.
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Melbourne CBD
A clear view of the skyscrapers and the Yarra River as the plane climbs out of Tullamarine.
Mornington Peninsula
Scenic views of the coastal towns from Frankston down to the tip of Port Nepean.
Bass Strait
The vast blue expanse separating mainland Australia from its southern islands, often dotted with cargo ships.
King Island Farmland
The iconic lush green pastures that produce the island's world-famous dairy products.
Book a seat on the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. As the plane departs Melbourne, the city skyline appears almost immediately. During the descent into King Island, the left side often looks over the island's rural heartland and the town of Currie.
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Port Phillip Bay
The plane typically tracks along the western edge of the bay, offering views of the shipping channels.
Bellarine Peninsula
Clear views of Queenscliff and the 'Rip', the narrow entrance to Port Phillip Bay.
Cape Otway
On clear days, the rugged coastline of the Great Ocean Road is visible to the far west.
King Island West Coast
Dramatic views of the rugged, rocky coastline and crashing Southern Ocean waves on approach.
The right side is exceptional for late afternoon or sunset flights, as the sun sets over the Southern Ocean. Keep an eye out for the distinctive lighthouse at Point Lonsdale as you exit the bay. This side offers the best views of the wild, wave-battered western cliffs of King Island during landing.
Book Hotels in King IslandDistance: 259 km (161 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: KNS (-39.87749862670898, 143.8780059814453)
Route Type: Domestic
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