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NRA → SYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Narrandera Airport (Narrandera) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is typically superior for this route because it offers the most iconic views of the Blue Mountains and the legendary Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House during the descent and final approach into SYD.
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Riverina Agricultural Belt
Expansive views of the patchwork farming landscape and irrigation channels that define the Narrandera region.
Blue Mountains National Park
Dramatic sandstone escarpments and deep valleys of the Great Dividing Range as you cross towards the coast.
Parramatta River
The winding waterway that acts as the main artery for Sydney's western suburbs leading into the harbor.
Sydney CBD and Harbour
A world-class view of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and city skyline, usually visible on the final approach.
Olympic Park
The distinctive architecture of the 2000 Olympic stadiums and surrounding parklands in Homebush.
Book a morning flight to avoid the afternoon sun glare. If the plane approaches from the north or west (common for runway 16), the left side is the 'money side' for photographing the Sydney Opera House. Keep your camera ready as soon as the descent through the clouds begins over the Blue Mountains.
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Murrumbidgee River
Beautiful views of the winding river right after takeoff from Narrandera, surrounded by red gum forests.
Lake Burrinjuck
A massive reservoir nestled in the hills near Yass, often visible depending on the exact flight corridor.
Southern Highlands
Lush, rolling green hills and European-style landscapes around Bowral and Mittagong.
Royal National Park
The world's second-oldest national park, featuring stunning coastal cliffs and hidden beaches south of the city.
Botany Bay
A clear view of the container port and the historic site of Captain Cook's landing just before touchdown.
The right side is excellent if the aircraft approaches Sydney from the south over the ocean (runway 34), offering breathtaking views of the Illawarra coastline and the Royal National Park. Afternoon flights provide great lighting for these coastal features.
Book Hotels in SydneyDistance: 437 km (272 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: NRA (-34.702201843299996, 146.511993408)
Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Route Type: Domestic
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