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SYD → OAG
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Orange Airport (Orange)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views of the Sydney Harbour and CBD during departure, followed by the dramatic northern escarpments and canyons of the Blue Mountains.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Unmatched views of the CBD, Opera House, and Harbour when taking off to the north.
The Three Sisters
The world-famous sandstone rock formation near Katoomba in the heart of the Blue Mountains.
Grose Valley
Dramatic views of the sheer sandstone cliffs and dense eucalyptus forests of the northern range.
Orange Vineyards
Orderly rows of vineyards and orchards that define the cool-climate wine region surrounding the destination.
Request a right-side window for the 'Harbour Departure' experience; it is the most scenic way to leave Sydney. Mid-flight, keep your camera ready for the Three Sisters at Katoomba. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the orange-hued sandstone cliffs of the Blue Mountains.
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Botany Bay
Aerial view of the historic bay and the Kurnell Peninsula where the city meets the ocean.
Warragamba Dam
View of the massive reservoir and the impressive concrete gravity dam that supplies Sydney's water.
Kanangra-Boyd National Park
Rugged wilderness featuring steep cliffs and deep, forested valleys south of the main range.
Mount Canobolas
The extinct volcano that dominates the Orange skyline, offering a landmark for the descent.
Sit on the left for views of the southern Sydney coastline and the expansive water storage of Warragamba Dam. During winter, look for occasional dusting of snow on Mount Canobolas as you descend into Orange. Afternoon flights on this side avoid the direct sun glare from the north.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 199 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: OAG (-33.3816986084, 149.132995605)
Route Type: Domestic
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