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SYD → DPS
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Ngurah Rai (Bali) International Airport (Denpasar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most direct views of the ancient MacDonnell Ranges in central Australia and the iconic volcanic peaks of Bali during the descent.
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Blue Mountains
Rugged sandstone plateaus and deep, eucalyptus-filled canyons west of Sydney.
The Red Centre
Glimpses of central Australia's ancient geological formations and iron-rich red soil.
MacDonnell Ranges
Long, folded mountain ridges that stretch across the horizon near Alice Springs.
Buccaneer Archipelago
Thousands of tiny islands dotting the rugged Kimberley coastline before the ocean crossing.
Mount Agung
The towering, majestic silhouette of Bali's highest volcano during the final approach.
For the best experience, book a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. The view of Mount Agung on the descent into Denpasar is one of the most iconic sights in aviation; it usually appears on the right side when the plane approaches from the east or north. Morning flights are recommended to avoid the typical afternoon cloud buildup over the Indonesian volcanoes.
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Sydney Harbour
Aerial views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House if the flight departs to the north.
Murray-Darling Basin
Intricate agricultural mosaics and river systems of the Australian interior.
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
Massive, shimmering white salt pans that transform after rare desert rains.
Shark Bay
The striking contrast of turquoise waters and red desert sands at Australia's western edge.
Uluwatu Cliffs
Steep limestone cliffs and world-famous surf breaks of the Bukit Peninsula upon arrival.
The left side is exceptional for sunset views on afternoon departures. To catch the Sydney skyline, hope for a northerly takeoff (Runway 34L/R). Look for the vast, dry expanses of the Great Victoria Desert mid-flight, where the red earth is most vibrant in the late afternoon light.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 4,622 km (2,872 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 26 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: DPS (-8.7481698989868, 115.16699981689)
Route Type: International
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