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TPE → BNE
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Brisbane International Airport (Brisbane)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse landmasses along the route, including the Philippine volcanic chains and the spectacular approach over the Queensland coastline and Great Barrier Reef.
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Western Taiwan Coast
Views of Taipei's urban sprawl and the industrial landscape of the Taiwan Strait.
Luzon Volcanoes
The dramatic peaks of the northern Philippines, including the perfectly shaped Mount Mayon.
Mindanao Highlands
Rugged, emerald-green mountain ranges and coastal inlets of the southern Philippines.
Great Barrier Reef
Breathtaking turquoise coral structures visible as you descend toward the Australian coast.
K'gari (Fraser Island)
The world's largest sand island, featuring distinct white dunes and perched lakes.
Moreton Bay
The final approach over the blue waters and islands surrounding Brisbane.
The right side is highly recommended for daylight segments. As you head south, you will track along the eastern edge of the Philippines and eventually the Australian coast. About 45 to 60 minutes before landing in Brisbane, watch closely for the southern reaches of the Great Barrier Reef and the massive sand structures of Fraser Island. For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze.
Book Hotels in BrisbaneThe Philippine Sea
Deep blue vistas of the open Pacific Ocean extending toward the horizon.
Equatorial Cloud Towers
Impressive cumulonimbus formations common in the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
Pacific Sunrise
Vibrant colors over the ocean for those on overnight flight schedules.
Bismarck Archipelago
Distatnt views of remote island chains north of the New Guinea mainland.
The left side is ideal for passengers on the typical overnight 'red-eye' services from Taipei, offering a front-row seat to the sunrise over the Pacific. During the day, it is the 'quiet' side with less land distraction, though you may spot remote atolls in the Solomon Sea. Ensure window shades are down during the middle of the flight to avoid heating the cabin in the equatorial sun.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 6,760 km (4,200 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 57 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: BNE (-27.38419914245605, 153.11700439453125)
Route Type: International
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