The landing approach into London City Airport offers more dramatic and recognizable urban landmarks (Thames meanders, Canary Wharf, East London) than the Brisbane takeoff. Right-side seats capture the final descent's most visually distinctive features.
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Flight Path
Brisbane to London is 10,261 miles (16,513 km), a flight of about 17 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, the Persian Gulf region, the Levant, the Mediterranean Sea, and southern Europe. Notable features include the Strait of Hormuz (if routed via the Gulf), the Suez Canal or Red Sea (depending on routing), the Nile Delta, the Alps (southern approach), and the English Channel on final descent into London City.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BNE
LEFTLeft side offers immediate views of Moreton Bay and its islands as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Brisbane. The bay's shallow waters and island formations are distinctive and visible within the first 10–15 minutes of flight.
Landing at LCY
RIGHTRight side provides excellent views during the final approach into London City Airport. The Thames estuary, the river's distinctive meanders through East London, and the Canary Wharf skyline are all visible on the right side as the aircraft descends toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Brisbane International (BNE) to City (LCY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Brisbane to London. The landing approach into London City Airport offers more dramatic and recognizable urban landmarks (Thames meanders, Canary Wharf, East London) than the Brisbane takeoff. Right-side seats capture the final descent's most visually distinctive features.
What can I see during takeoff from Brisbane International in Brisbane?
During takeoff from Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of Moreton Bay and its islands as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Brisbane. The bay's shallow waters and island formations are distinctive and visible within the first 10–15 minutes of flight. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay, North Stradbroke Island, Bribie Island, Brisbane River and city grid.
What can I see when landing at City in London?
When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during the final approach into London City Airport. The Thames estuary, the river's distinctive meanders through East London, and the Canary Wharf skyline are all visible on the right side as the aircraft descends toward the runway. Notable sights include: River Thames and its meanders, Canary Wharf and Isle of Dogs, North Sea coast and Essex marshlands, London's East End urban sprawl.
How long is the flight from Brisbane to London?
The flight from Brisbane International (BNE) to City (LCY) takes about 17 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 10,261 miles (16,513 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Brisbane to London flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, the Persian Gulf region, the Levant, the Mediterranean Sea, and southern Europe. Notable features include the Strait of Hormuz (if routed via the Gulf), the Suez Canal or Red Sea (depending on routing), the Nile Delta, the Alps (southern approach), and the English Channel on final descent into London City.