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PER → KGI
Which side of the plane to sit from Perth International Airport (Perth) to Kalgoorlie Boulder Airport (Kalgoorlie)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides showcase the vast Australian interior, the Right Side is superior for its proximity to the historic Goldfields Pipeline and the iconic aerial view of the KCGM Super Pit gold mine during the approach into Kalgoorlie.
Goldfields Pipeline
The historic C.Y. O'Connor water pipe following the Great Eastern Highway, a vital lifeline through the desert.
Merredin Silos
Massive grain storage facilities and regional rail hubs that represent the heart of the Western Australian Wheatbelt.
Great Western Woodlands
The transition into the world's largest remaining temperate woodland as the agricultural land fades into red desert scrub.
KCGM Super Pit
One of the world's largest open-cut mines; its massive scale and terraced walls are best viewed on the final descent.
The Right Side is essential for the Super Pit view; choose a seat behind the wing for an unobstructed downward look. On afternoon flights, the low sun beautifully highlights the textures of the mine and the red desert sands.
Darling Scarp
The dramatic rise of the Darling Range immediately after takeoff, featuring dense jarrah and marri forests.
Avon Valley
The lush, winding river valley that marks the transition from the coastal plain to the inland plateau.
Wheatbelt Mosaic
Brilliant geometric patterns of agricultural land that shift from bright green in winter to shimmering gold in summer.
Lake Campion
Ethereal white salt pans and ephemeral lakes that create a stark contrast against the surrounding red earth.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side offers a wider perspective of the remote northern salt lake chains. Watch for the distinct 'rabbit-proof fence' lines that still segment the landscape.
Distance: 537 km (334 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)
Arrival: KGI (-30.7894001007, 121.461997986)
Route Type: Domestic
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