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SYD → BHQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Broken Hill Airport (Broken Hill)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Sydney skyline and Harbour on departure, followed by the dramatic northern valleys of the Blue Mountains and a clear view of Broken Hill's iconic mining infrastructure upon arrival.
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Sydney Harbour & CBD
Unmatched views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge shortly after departure from Sydney's northern runways.
Grose Valley
Witness the sheer sandstone cliffs and deep, rugged canyons of the northern Blue Mountains wilderness.
Mount Canobolas
An extinct volcano near Orange that serves as a prominent landmark on the flight path.
Menindee Lakes
Clusters of water reflecting the sky, providing a vibrant blue contrast against the desert landscape during descent.
The Line of Lode
The massive mining deposit and 'Living Desert' landscape that defines the character of Broken Hill.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to see the Barrier Ranges illuminated in golden hues. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight; as the plane turns for its approach into BHQ, you will often get a sweeping view of the entire township and its historic open-cut mines.
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Botany Bay
Aerial views of the historic Kurnell Peninsula and the southern beaches of Sydney immediately after takeoff.
Jamison Valley
Look out for the famous Three Sisters and the deep sandstone canyons of the southern Blue Mountains.
Warragamba Dam
Australia's largest urban water supply dam nestled within a vast forested catchment area.
Central Tablelands
The lush agricultural mosaics and rolling green hills surrounding the Bathurst and Orange regions.
Arid Outback
The striking transition to the deep red ochre soils and saltbush scrub typical of the far western NSW interior.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the softest light over the Great Dividing Range. It is the best side to witness the distinct 'green-to-red' color shift as the aircraft leaves the coast and moves into the semi-arid desert. Watch the Lachlan River's winding path as it snakes through the plains mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 930 km (578 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: BHQ (-32.0013999939, 141.472000122)
Route Type: Domestic
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