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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side offers the most dramatic geological transitions, featuring the ancient Flinders Ranges and a scenic coastal approach over the Gold Coast and Moreton Bay.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Nullarbor Plain

The vast, treeless limestone plateau that stretches toward the Great Australian Bight.

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Flinders Ranges

The spectacular ancient folded mountains and the iconic natural amphitheater of Wilpena Pound.

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Murray-Darling Basin

Australia's longest river system winding through the transition from desert to greenery.

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Gold Coast Skyline

Glittering high-rises and long stretches of surf beaches visible during the descent.

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Moreton Bay

Crystal clear turquoise waters and the large sand islands of North Stradbroke and Moreton.

The Right Side is essential for the Flinders Ranges, which are a major mid-flight highlight. On approach to Brisbane, this side typically provides views of the coast if the flight path tracks from the south. This side stays in the shade during the middle of the day, preventing window glare during the most scenic segments over South Australia.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Kalgoorlie Goldfields

Aerial views of the massive 'Super Pit' mine and the industrial heart of the WA desert.

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Salt Lake Mosaics

A series of shimmering white and pink salt pans, including Lake Lefroy, contrasting with the red earth.

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Great Victoria Desert

Vast, untouched expanses of red sand dunes and unique desert vegetation patterns.

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Channel Country

Intricate, vein-like river networks that transform into an inland sea during rare flood events.

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Darling Downs

The fertile agricultural heartland of Queensland, showing a vibrant patchwork of crops.

Choose the left side for optimal views of the Great Victoria Desert's color transitions. In the morning, the low sun angle highlights the textures of the salt lakes. Keep an eye out for the remote mining towns of the interior. This side avoids direct sun glare for most of the eastbound journey, making photography easier.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,608 km (2,242 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 15 min

Departure: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)

Arrival: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)

Route Type: Domestic

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