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PER → PHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Perth International Airport (Perth) to Port Hedland International Airport (Port Hedland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point over the Western Australian coastline, featuring the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and the unique geography of the Shark Bay World Heritage area.
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Indian Ocean Coastline
Continuous views of the rugged WA coastline where the desert sands meet the deep blue ocean.
Shark Bay
Incredible views of the Peron Peninsula and the vibrant, shallow turquoise waters of this World Heritage site.
Zuytdorp Cliffs
Dramatic limestone cliffs that rise 200 meters above the sea, stretching for miles along the Gascoyne coast.
Ningaloo Reef Glimpses
On clearer coastal tracks, the southern edges of the fringing coral reef are visible near Exmouth.
Port Hedland Harbor
A bird's-eye view of the massive bulk carriers and the industrial scale of the world's largest export port.
Book an 'A' seat for the best coastal experience. On morning flights, this side is shaded, providing better visibility and photo opportunities without glare. Look out for the distinct color transition from the red dirt of the mainland to the bright white sands of the coast around the mid-point of the flight.
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Darling Scarp
The forested hills and valleys just east of Perth visible immediately after departure.
WA Wheatbelt
A vast patchwork of agricultural fields that change colors dramatically from gold to green depending on the season.
Pilbara Red Dirt
The iconic, iron-rich crimson landscape of the north, punctuated by ancient mountain ranges.
Mining Infrastructure
Look for the incredibly long iron ore trains and the vast open-cut pits as you move inland towards the Pilbara.
Salt Pans
Large, shimmering white ephemeral salt lakes that appear like mirrors in the arid landscape.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side is superior for observing the sheer scale of the Australian Outback and the massive logistics of the mining industry. Keep your eyes peeled for the 2-kilometer long ore trains that look like tiny snakes in the desert below.
Book Hotels in Port HedlandDistance: 1,313 km (816 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)
Arrival: PHE (-20.3777999878, 118.625999451)
Route Type: Domestic
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