When departing north on runway 34, the right side of the aircraft provides a spectacular panorama of the Sydney CBD, the Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House shortly after lift-off.
The right side is generally superior for the iconic departure views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the rugged coastline, followed by the diverse landscapes of the Hunter Valley region.
The right side provides a continuous panorama of the stunning East Australian coastline, including iconic spots like Byron Bay and the glittering Gold Coast skyline.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Sydney basin into the Great Dividing Range, including the massive Warragamba Dam and the volcanic peaks near Orange.
The right side typically offers an iconic view of the Sydney CBD and Harbour during departure, followed by the deep sandstone canyons of the Grose Valley in the Blue Mountains and a likely view of 'The Dish' on arrival.
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.
The Right Side offers a superior experience for this westbound transoceanic journey, providing extended vistas of the Australian continent's diverse geography and better lighting conditions for photography throughout the flight.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, combining the iconic Sydney coastline on departure with a breathtaking approach over the Beqa Lagoon and the Suva city waterfront before landing.
The right side offers iconic views of Sydney Harbour on departure, followed by the New South Wales coastline and the dramatic Great Dividing Range escarpment during the approach to Toowoomba.
The right side offers superior views of the Great Dividing Range and the Snowy Mountains mid-flight, followed by a scenic descent past the You Yangs and Geelong.
The right side offers a superior departure experience with iconic views of Sydney Harbour and the Blue Mountains, followed by a dramatic approach over the Hajar Mountains and Yas Island's landmarks.
The left side is generally preferred for the approach into Nadi, offering iconic views of the turquoise Mamanuca Islands and the stunning coral reefs that Fiji is famous for.
The left side offers a more scenic departure from Sydney, capturing the famous northern coastline, and generally provides a superior angle for viewing the coral reef systems and the island of Eua during the approach into Tongatapu.