From MEL?
Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers on the left can enjoy panoramic views of the Melbourne CBD skyline and the vast blue expanse of Port Phillip Bay as the aircraft climbs and banks toward its destination.
Passengers on the left can enjoy panoramic views of the Melbourne CBD skyline and the vast blue expanse of Port Phillip Bay as the aircraft climbs and banks toward its destination.
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.
The right side provides a superior vantage point for Australia's most iconic inland landmarks, including the rugged Flinders Ranges and the vast salt pans of Lake Eyre.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the deep red Australian Outback to the dense tropical forests of Southeast Asia and the rugged peaks of the Sichuan highlands.
The Left Side (Port) is recommended for its stunning variety of scenery, including the rugged coastline of Southern Australia, the lush Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, and a picturesque approach over the Indian eastern seaboard.
The left side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the sweeping Gippsland coastline of Australia and the iconic, perfectly conical peak of Mount Taranaki as you approach the New Zealand coast.
The right side offers a superior view of the Australian coastline during departure and provides a more consistent perspective of the San Francisco Bay, Silicon Valley, and the coastal ranges during the standard approach into SFO.
The left side offers superior views of the California coastline and the Los Angeles urban sprawl during the standard arrival sequence.
The left side generally offers the most iconic views, including the Melbourne CBD skyline immediately after departure and the rugged coastline of Narawntapu National Park during the descent into Tasmania.