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Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the stunning New South Wales coastline, featuring vibrant turquoise lakes, the Newcastle skyline, and the iconic Sydney Harbour approach.

Left Side Highlights
9.2
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Wallis Lake & Forster

Stunning views of the sandbars and turquoise channels where the lake meets the Pacific Ocean at Forster-Tuncurry.

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Myall Lakes

A vast, interconnected system of freshwater lakes and coastal dunes stretching down toward Port Stephens.

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Port Stephens

The dramatic volcanic peaks of Tomaree and Yacaaba Headlands guarding the entrance to the massive natural bay.

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Newcastle Coastline

The industrial port and historic Nobby's Lighthouse, followed by the long stretches of Redhead and Blacksmiths beaches.

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Central Coast Beaches

Aerial perspectives of Avoca, Terrigal, and the entrance to Brisbane Water as you head south.

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Northern Beaches

The iconic Barrenjoey Lighthouse at Palm Beach and the string of golden sands leading toward Manly.

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Sydney Harbour

On final approach, you will see the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and the city skyline if the flight path tracks over the harbour.

Sit on the left side (Seat A/K depending on aircraft) for the best coastal views. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the coastline from the east. If arriving on Runway 16R or 16L, you will likely fly directly over the harbour for world-class views of the Bridge and Opera House. Keep your camera ready as soon as you pass Palm Beach.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Manning River

The intricate winding loops of the Manning River as it flows through the fertile Taree valley.

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Barrington Tops

The distant, rugged ridges of the Great Dividing Range and the ancient rainforests of the Barrington plateau.

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Hunter Valley

Vast stretches of vineyards and agricultural land near Cessnock and Maitland as you track inland of the coast.

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Lake Macquarie

Australia's largest saltwater lagoon, showcasing its many bays, peninsulas, and yacht-filled marinas.

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Hawkesbury River

The deep, forested sandstone gorges and winding waterways of the Hawkesbury and Ku-ring-gai Chase.

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Sydney Suburbs

The sprawling residential landscape of the North Shore and the geographic transition into the Sydney basin.

The right side is better for seeing the inland geographic diversity, including the Hunter Valley wine region and the deep gorges of the Hawkesbury River. It is also the side that avoids direct sun glare on afternoon flights. If the wind requires a northern approach (Runway 34), you may see more of the western suburbs and the Blue Mountains in the distance.

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Route Information

Distance: 261 km (162 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 26 min

Departure: TRO (-31.8885993958, 152.51400756799998)

Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)

Route Type: Domestic

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