While the left side offers a nice mountain glimpse right after takeoff, the right side's payoff during the Bali approach — with Gunung Agung and the island's volcanic terrain in full view — is the more memorable and dramatic scenery of the flight.
Flown CBR to DPS? Did we get it right?
Flight Path
Canberra to Denpasar is 2,823 miles (4,543 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.
Western New South Wales plains, Northern Territory outback near the Gulf of Carpentaria, Arafura Sea, Timor Sea, and the Lombok Strait islands approaching Bali
Great circle distance and headings ›.jpg?width=600)
Phase by phase
Takeoff from CBR
LEFTDeparting Canberra on runway 35 or 17, the initial turn toward the northwest gives left-side passengers a brief but clear view of the Australian Alps and Snowy Mountains high country to the south, including the Kosciuszko massif. The right side only shows the flatter Southern Tablelands and Lake George basin.
Landing at DPS
RIGHTOn approach to Denpasar from the south over the Indian Ocean, the aircraft's turn toward runway 09 or 27 puts Bali's volcanic interior on the right side, giving passengers a striking view of Gunung Agung and Gunung Batur rising above the island's terraced landscape. The left side mostly shows open ocean until final approach.
Will your flight be in sunlight?
Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.
About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Canberra (CBR) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Canberra to Denpasar. While the left side offers a nice mountain glimpse right after takeoff, the right side's payoff during the Bali approach — with Gunung Agung and the island's volcanic terrain in full view — is the more memorable and dramatic scenery of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Canberra in Canberra?
During takeoff from Canberra (CBR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Canberra on runway 35 or 17, the initial turn toward the northwest gives left-side passengers a brief but clear view of the Australian Alps and Snowy Mountains high country to the south, including the Kosciuszko massif. The right side only shows the flatter Southern Tablelands and Lake George basin. Notable sights include: Snowy Mountains, Mount Kosciuszko high country, Lake George basin, Southern Tablelands farmland.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Denpasar from the south over the Indian Ocean, the aircraft's turn toward runway 09 or 27 puts Bali's volcanic interior on the right side, giving passengers a striking view of Gunung Agung and Gunung Batur rising above the island's terraced landscape. The left side mostly shows open ocean until final approach. Notable sights include: Gunung Agung volcano, Gunung Batur crater lake, Bali's southern coastline, Bukit Peninsula.
How long is the flight from Canberra to Denpasar?
The flight from Canberra (CBR) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,823 miles (4,543 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Canberra to Denpasar flight path pass over?
Western New South Wales plains, Northern Territory outback near the Gulf of Carpentaria, Arafura Sea, Timor Sea, and the Lombok Strait islands approaching Bali