Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Brisbane to Santiago. Takeoff views of Moreton Bay and the Queensland coast are more visually distinctive and accessible than landing views compressed by the approach corridor. The left side captures the dramatic transition from coastal islands to inland terrain during climb-out.

During takeoff from Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brisbane typically departs eastbound (Runways 01L/01R). Left seats face north initially, giving views of Moreton Bay's islands and the coastal strip north toward the Glass House Mountains. Right seats see the western suburbs and inland terrain. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay (island chain including North Stradbroke Island), Glass House Mountains (volcanic peaks ~40km northwest), Brisbane River winding through the city, Bribie Island to the north.

When landing at Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Santiago typically lands westbound (Runways 07L/07R) with approach from the Pacific. Right seats face south during descent, offering views of the Andes' main cordillera and the city's eastern approach. Left seats see the flat central valley and western suburbs. Notable sights include: Andes Mountains (main cordillera with peaks exceeding 6,000m), Santiago city sprawl in the central valley, Maipo River valley, pre-Andean foothills.

The flight from Brisbane International (BNE) to Arturo Merino Benitez International (SCL) takes Approximately 13-14 hours.

The flight crosses the Tasman Sea for roughly 8-9 hours with no significant landmarks visible—only open ocean. Approaching New Zealand's South Island (around 6-7 hours into flight), the Southern Alps become visible on the left side during daylight, appearing as a snow-capped ridge on the horizon. The flight passes east of New Zealand, then continues south of the Cook Strait before heading toward the South Pacific and eventually the Chilean coast. The Andes first become visible approximately 1-2 hours before landing, initially as a faint line on the horizon that gradually resolves into distinct peaks as descent continues.