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Best window seat at Bathurst Airport

Which side of the plane?

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

Taking offRIGHT

Mount Panorama racing circuit, Bathurst town center, Macquarie River

LandingLEFT

Mount Panorama racing circuit, Macquarie River, Bathurst town center

🛫 Taking Off from Bathurst (BHS)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting south on runway 17, the right side faces west where you get a good look at Bathurst's town center and the distinctive loop of Mount Panorama, home to the famous motor racing circuit, just southwest of the airport. The left side mostly shows open farmland with the distant Great Dividing Range on the horizon.
Look forMount Panorama racing circuit, Bathurst town center, Macquarie River, rural farmland patchwork

🛬 Landing at Bathurst (BHS)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 35 means you're flying north, and the historic Mount Panorama motor racing circuit sits a few miles southwest of the airport — visible on the left side during the base and final approach. You'll also get a good look at the Bathurst township and the Macquarie River valley spreading out to the northwest as you descend.
Look forMount Panorama racing circuit, Macquarie River, Bathurst town center, surrounding farmland of the Central Tablelands

Bathurst Airport is a small regional airport with a single terminal, primarily serving regional turboprop and charter flights along with general aviation traffic.

⛰️ Elevation2,435 ft
🛫 Runways2 (17/35, 08/26)
📍 NearbyPKE 84 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Bathurst Airport (BHS)?

At Bathurst Airport in Bathurst: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Mount Panorama racing circuit, Bathurst town center, Macquarie River, rural farmland patchwork.

What can I see during takeoff from Bathurst Airport in Bathurst?

When taking off from Bathurst Airport (BHS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing south on runway 17, the right side faces west where you get a good look at Bathurst's town center and the distinctive loop of Mount Panorama, home to the famous motor racing circuit, just southwest of the airport. The left side mostly shows open farmland with the distant Great Dividing Range on the horizon. Notable sights include: Mount Panorama racing circuit, Bathurst town center, Macquarie River, rural farmland patchwork.

What can I see when landing at Bathurst Airport in Bathurst?

When landing at Bathurst Airport (BHS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 35 means you're flying north, and the historic Mount Panorama motor racing circuit sits a few miles southwest of the airport — visible on the left side during the base and final approach. You'll also get a good look at the Bathurst township and the Macquarie River valley spreading out to the northwest as you descend. Notable sights include: Mount Panorama racing circuit, Macquarie River, Bathurst town center, surrounding farmland of the Central Tablelands.

What factors affect the best window seat at Bathurst Airport?

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