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SGO → TWB
Which side of the plane to sit from St George Airport (St George) to Toowoomba Airport (Toowoomba)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic view of the southern Darling Downs and the distinct rise of the Great Dividing Range as the flight approaches the Toowoomba escarpment.
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Balonne River System
Immediate views after takeoff of the river systems that support the extensive irrigation around St George.
Millmerran Power Hub
Visible industrial landmark featuring large cooling towers and the massive coal infrastructure of the region.
Southern Darling Downs
In late summer, look for the vibrant yellow of sunflower fields contrasted against the rich volcanic soil.
The Great Dividing Range
The highlight of the trip is watching the flat plains suddenly meet the steep, forested slopes of the range.
Toowoomba Escarpment
Excellent views of the 'Garden City' as it sits perched right on the edge of the dramatic mountain drop-off.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights for the best lighting over the Great Dividing Range. Pay attention during the final 10 minutes of the flight; the contrast between the flat plains and the rising mountains is most visible from this side. Seasonally, winter offers the clearest air for long-distance views toward the New South Wales border.
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Moonie River
Observe the winding, silver-blue path of the Moonie River as it snakes through the semi-arid scrubland.
Surat Basin North
Expansive views of the northern Surat Basin, showing a mix of resource infrastructure and vast grazing lands.
Northern Patchwork
The landscape transitions into the iconic grid-like patterns of the northern Darling Downs' fertile cropping land.
Oakey Aviation Hub
On the descent, you may catch a glimpse of the Oakey Army Aviation Centre's airfield to the north.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is ideal for spotting the neat geometric boundaries of cotton and grain properties. Look for the 'black soil' plains which appear darker than the surrounding red earth of the west.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 331 km (206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: SGO (-28.049699783325195, 148.59500122070312)
Arrival: TWB (-27.542801, 151.916)
Route Type: Domestic
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