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Best window seat at Adelaide International

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offLEFT

Glenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula

LandingRIGHT

Gulf St Vincent, Glenelg beach and jetty, West Beach coastline

🛫 Taking Off from Adelaide (ADL)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting on runway 23 takes you southwest almost immediately out over Gulf St Vincent since the airport sits right on the coast at West Beach. From the left side you'll get a clear view back along the coastline toward Glenelg, Brighton, and the Fleurieu Peninsula stretching south, while the right side mostly just shows open gulf water toward Yorke Peninsula.
Look forGlenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula, distant Kangaroo Island on clear days
Left window seat view during takeoff from Adelaide (ADL) — Glenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula, distant Kangaroo Island on clear daysLeft Side
Right window seat view during takeoff from Adelaide (ADL) — Glenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula, distant Kangaroo Island on clear daysRight Side

🛬 Landing at Adelaide (ADL)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 23 brings you in from the northeast, and on the final descent the right side of the plane faces the coast. You'll get a clear view of Gulf St Vincent and the beachside suburbs like Glenelg and West Beach as the runway sits right near the shoreline.
Look forGulf St Vincent, Glenelg beach and jetty, West Beach coastline, Adelaide city skyline visible in the distance to the left
Left window seat view during landing at Adelaide (ADL) — Gulf St Vincent, Glenelg beach and jetty, West Beach coastline, Adelaide city skyline visible in the distance to the leftLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Adelaide (ADL) — Gulf St Vincent, Glenelg beach and jetty, West Beach coastline, Adelaide city skyline visible in the distance to the leftRight Side

Adelaide Airport has a single modern terminal combining domestic and international operations under one roof, making connections straightforward. It's the main gateway to South Australia, with runway 05/23 handling the bulk of larger jet traffic.

⛰️ Elevation23 ft
🛫 Runways2 (05/23, 12/30)
📍 NearbyKGC 78 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Adelaide International (ADL)?

At Adelaide International in Adelaide: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Glenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula, distant Kangaroo Island on clear days.

What can I see during takeoff from Adelaide International in Adelaide?

When taking off from Adelaide International (ADL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing on runway 23 takes you southwest almost immediately out over Gulf St Vincent since the airport sits right on the coast at West Beach. From the left side you'll get a clear view back along the coastline toward Glenelg, Brighton, and the Fleurieu Peninsula stretching south, while the right side mostly just shows open gulf water toward Yorke Peninsula. Notable sights include: Glenelg and Brighton beaches, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Fleurieu Peninsula, distant Kangaroo Island on clear days.

What can I see when landing at Adelaide International in Adelaide?

When landing at Adelaide International (ADL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 23 brings you in from the northeast, and on the final descent the right side of the plane faces the coast. You'll get a clear view of Gulf St Vincent and the beachside suburbs like Glenelg and West Beach as the runway sits right near the shoreline. Notable sights include: Gulf St Vincent, Glenelg beach and jetty, West Beach coastline, Adelaide city skyline visible in the distance to the left.

What factors affect the best window seat at Adelaide International?

The best window seat at Adelaide International (ADL) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Adelaide (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.