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SYD → HBA
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Hobart International Airport (Hobart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior coastal views of New South Wales, the stunning white sands of Jervis Bay, and a high probability of seeing the iconic Freycinet Peninsula and Wineglass Bay during the descent into Tasmania.
Sydney Southern Beaches
Breathtaking views of Cronulla and the Royal National Park coastline immediately after takeoff.
Jervis Bay
Easily identify the remarkably clear turquoise waters and the famous white sands of Hyams Beach.
Tasman Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue during the Bass Strait crossing, often featuring cargo ships and sea foam.
Freycinet Peninsula
View the striking pink granite peaks of The Hazards and the perfectly curved Wineglass Bay.
Tasman Peninsula
Dramatic views of Australia's highest sea cliffs and the historic Port Arthur site on the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Pacific. Keep your window shade up 20 minutes before landing to catch the spectacular Tasmanian East Coast. Use a polarized lens to capture the vibrant blues of Jervis Bay and the Tasman Sea without cabin glare.
Illawarra Escarpment
View the dramatic mountain range that shadows the New South Wales South Coast region.
Snowy Mountains
On clear winter days, spot the distant snow-capped peaks of the Great Dividing Range to the west.
Wilson's Promontory
Catch a glimpse of the rugged granite mountains at the southernmost tip of the Australian mainland.
Tasmanian Wilderness
Look out over the dense, ancient forests and alpine lakes of the Tasmanian Central Highlands.
Mount Wellington
A majestic view of Kunanyi as the plane banks over the Derwent River for the final landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over the Australian Alps. It offers a better perspective of the rugged Tasmanian interior and the sprawling Derwent River system during the final descent into Hobart.
Distance: 1,039 km (646 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: HBA (-42.836101532, 147.50999450700002)
Route Type: Domestic
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