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MEL → MIM
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to Merimbula Airport (Merimbula)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Victorian and New South Wales coastline, including the famous Ninety Mile Beach and the rugged beauty of the Sapphire Coast.
Western Port Bay
Views of French Island and Phillip Island shimmering in the Bass Strait shortly after takeoff.
Wilsons Promontory
The southernmost tip of mainland Australia is visible in the distance with its granite peaks and turquoise bays.
Ninety Mile Beach
A stunning, seemingly endless stretch of golden sand separating the Gippsland Lakes from the ocean.
Gippsland Lakes
The largest inland waterway system in Australia, featuring a complex network of marshes, lagoons, and lakes.
Mallacoota Inlet
A beautiful coastal wilderness area where the lake system meets the sea near the NSW border.
The Sapphire Coast
Brilliant blue waters and rocky headlands of Ben Boyd National Park during the final descent into Merimbula.
Sit on the right for the most iconic coastal views. During whale migration season (September to November), keep a close eye on the ocean surface near the shoreline for breaches.
Yarra Valley Vineyards
Lush rolling hills and geometric patterns of world-class vineyards shortly after departure from Melbourne.
Mount Baw Baw
The westernmost peaks of the Victorian Alps, often snow-capped during the winter months.
Alpine National Park
Expansive views of the Great Dividing Range featuring dense eucalyptus forests and deep valleys.
Snowy River National Park
The winding path of the iconic Snowy River as it carves through the rugged wilderness of East Gippsland.
Look out the window early for the Yarra Valley; afternoon flights offer better lighting for the mountain ranges as the sun moves west, illuminating the western faces of the Alps.
Distance: 455 km (283 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: MIM (-36.9085998535, 149.901000977)
Route Type: Domestic
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