While takeoff favors the right side for Auckland's harbour and volcanic cone views, the long ocean-dominated cruise is largely featureless on both sides, so the decisive scenery comes at the Singapore end, where the left side offers the dramatic skyline and strait views during descent into Seletar.
Flight Path
Tasman Sea, northeastern Australian coastline near the Coral Sea, and the Indonesian archipelago (Sulawesi and Java Sea) are crossed during the long cruise phase, though at cruising altitude these appear only as distant coastlines or cloud-covered ocean for much of the route.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AKL
RIGHTDeparting AKL on runway 23L, the aircraft banks over Auckland's isthmus, giving right-side passengers a clear view of the city skyline, Rangitoto volcano, and the Hauraki Gulf islands before the route turns northwest toward Australia.
Landing at XSP
LEFTSeletar's approach typically comes in from the south over the Johor Strait, putting Singapore's dense downtown skyline and Marina Bay on the left side as the aircraft descends toward the northern part of the island.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Auckland International (AKL) to Seletar (XSP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Auckland to Singapore. While takeoff favors the right side for Auckland's harbour and volcanic cone views, the long ocean-dominated cruise is largely featureless on both sides, so the decisive scenery comes at the Singapore end, where the left side offers the dramatic skyline and strait views during descent into Seletar.
What can I see during takeoff from Auckland International in Auckland?
During takeoff from Auckland International (AKL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing AKL on runway 23L, the aircraft banks over Auckland's isthmus, giving right-side passengers a clear view of the city skyline, Rangitoto volcano, and the Hauraki Gulf islands before the route turns northwest toward Australia. Notable sights include: Auckland CBD skyline, Rangitoto Island, Hauraki Gulf, Waitemata Harbour.
What can I see when landing at Seletar in Singapore?
When landing at Seletar (XSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Seletar's approach typically comes in from the south over the Johor Strait, putting Singapore's dense downtown skyline and Marina Bay on the left side as the aircraft descends toward the northern part of the island. Notable sights include: Marina Bay skyline, Johor Strait, Straits of Johor bridge, Central Business District towers.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Singapore?
The flight from Auckland International (AKL) to Seletar (XSP) takes 10h 20m.
What does the Auckland to Singapore flight path pass over?
Tasman Sea, northeastern Australian coastline near the Coral Sea, and the Indonesian archipelago (Sulawesi and Java Sea) are crossed during the long cruise phase, though at cruising altitude these appear only as distant coastlines or cloud-covered ocean for much of the route.