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SUV → SYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Nausori International Airport (Nausori) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior experience, providing panoramic views of Suva's cityscape upon departure and the iconic Sydney Harbour skyline, including the Opera House, during the most common approach patterns into SYD.
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Suva Skyline
A rare top-down view of Fiji's capital city, the government buildings, and the busy Suva Harbour.
Viti Levu Highlands
The lush, mist-covered mountain ranges of Fiji's interior as the aircraft turns toward Australia.
Sydney Harbour Icons
On the 'BODSA' or 'MARUB' arrival patterns, catch a world-class view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Bondi and Coogee
The famous golden sands of Sydney's eastern suburbs beaches as the plane descends over the coast.
Sydney CBD
The dense cluster of skyscrapers and the Sydney Tower Eye as the flight aligns with the runway.
The right side is the 'money side' for Sydney arrivals. To maximize your chances of seeing the Harbour Bridge, select a window seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view. Flights arriving in the late afternoon benefit from the 'golden hour' light reflecting off the Sydney CBD skyline. Be aware that air traffic control may occasionally route planes from the south, which would change the perspective, but the northern approach is most common for arrivals from Fiji.
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Rewa Delta
Intricate networks of mangrove forests and river channels immediately after takeoff from Nausori.
Great Astrolabe Reef
Stunning turquoise coral formations near Kadavu Island visible shortly after leaving Viti Levu.
Botany Bay
Aerial view of the historic landing site of Captain Cook and the bustling Port Botany container terminal.
Tasman Sea
Expansive views of deep blue waters, often showcasing migrating whales during the winter months.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun as you travel southwest. This side is also excellent for viewing the southern reef systems of Fiji. During a southerly landing in Sydney (Runway 16), the left side provides a clear look at the Kurnell Peninsula and the industrial beauty of the southern bays.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 3,241 km (2,014 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: SUV (-18.04330062866211, 178.5590057373047)
Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Route Type: International
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