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MEL → WGA
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to Wagga Wagga City Airport (Wagga Wagga)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Victorian Alps and the winding Murrumbidgee River during the approach to Wagga Wagga.
Melbourne Skyline
Panoramic views of the CBD and Port Phillip Bay if the flight departs toward the south before banking north.
Yarra Valley
Lush green rolling hills dotted with world-renowned vineyards and estate wineries.
Victorian Alps
The snow-capped peaks of the Great Dividing Range, including Mt Buller, visible in the distance during winter.
Lake Hume
A massive, sprawling reservoir near Albury that shines brightly under the sun.
Murrumbidgee River
The iconic meandering loops of the river as it winds its way toward the city of Wagga Wagga.
Sit on the right for morning flights to see the sunlight illuminating the Alpine regions. During the descent into WGA, keep your camera ready for the tight oxbow bends of the Murrumbidgee River, which are most prominent on this side.
Macedon Ranges
Ancient volcanic peaks and forested ridges visible shortly after takeoff from Melbourne.
Goulburn Valley
Rich agricultural land known for its vast orchards and fruit production near Shepparton.
Riverina Plains
Extensive geometric patterns of wheat and canola fields stretching toward the western horizon.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun. Watch for the transition from the dense forests of the Great Dividing Range to the flat, golden agricultural plains as you head north.
Distance: 364 km (226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: WGA (-35.1652984619, 147.466003418)
Route Type: Domestic
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