Adelaide to Sydney flight path: ADL to SYD

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Adelaide to Sydney. While the right side offers a modest hills view at takeoff, the left side's approach into Sydney delivers one of the most recognizable urban harbor views in the world, giving it a clear edge over the full flight.

During takeoff from Adelaide International (ADL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Adelaide on runway 05 toward the northeast, the aircraft's climb path takes it directly over the city toward the Adelaide Hills. Right-side passengers get a clear view of the Mount Lofty Ranges' green, folded terrain and vineyard patchwork, while the left side only shows the flat waters of Gulf St Vincent. Notable sights include: Mount Lofty Ranges, Adelaide Hills vineyards, Torrens River valley, Adelaide CBD.

When landing at Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), sit on the Left side for the best views. On a typical South Plan arrival into Sydney, aircraft descend from the north over the northern beaches before turning to land on runway 16R heading south. This puts Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and CBD skyline directly on the left side during the final descent, a rare and iconic urban view. Notable sights include: Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Sydney CBD skyline, Botany Bay.

The flight from Adelaide International (ADL) to Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) takes 1h 55m.

Murray River and Riverina irrigation plains, dry mallee scrubland of western NSW, and the forested ridges of the Great Dividing Range and Blue Mountains before the descent into the Sydney basin