At Canberra in Canberra: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Brindabella Range (west), Lake Burley Griffin (city center), Black Mountain Tower (distinctive communications tower), Canberra's radial street pattern.

When taking off from Canberra (CBR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Canberra typically departs to the north or northeast, and the left side offers views of the Brindabella Range and the city's planned layout spreading below. You'll see the geometric street grid of central Canberra and Lake Burley Griffin as you climb out, with the ranges providing dramatic topography to the west. Notable sights include: Brindabella Range (west), Lake Burley Griffin (city center), Black Mountain Tower (distinctive communications tower), Canberra's radial street pattern.

When landing at Canberra (CBR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Canberra Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically uses runway 09 for landing when winds permit, which means you'll be approaching from the east. The left side offers views of Lake Burley Griffin and the city center during descent, while the right side faces the less developed western suburbs and open terrain. Notable sights include: Lake Burley Griffin (prominent water body in city center), Parliament House (visible as white structure on Capital Hill), Black Mountain Tower (communications tower on elevated terrain to the north), Brindabella Range (distant ridgeline to the southwest).

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