Takeoff views of Bali's volcanic landscape and Lombok Strait are more visually distinctive than Brisbane's landing approach. The volcanic peaks and island geography on departure outweigh the urban/bay features on arrival.
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Flight Path
Denpasar to Brisbane is 2,789 miles (4,488 km), a flight of about 5 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Timor Sea heading south-southwest. Notable features include the Sunda Strait region (if visible during climb), open ocean for most of the journey, and the approach to Australia's east coast near the Queensland border. The Coral Sea lies to the east of the flight path. No major landmasses are visible during the mid-flight cruise phase—this is primarily open water navigation.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DPS
RIGHTDPS typically departs runway 09L/27R or 09R/27L depending on wind. Eastbound departures (runway 09) favor right-side seats for views of Mount Agung and the volcanic ridge system that dominates eastern Bali's skyline during initial climb.
Landing at BNE
LEFTBrisbane typically lands runway 01L/19R or 01R/19L. Westbound arrivals (runway 19) favor left-side seats for views of Moreton Bay's islands, the Brisbane River meanders, and the city skyline during descent. The approach path crosses the bay, making left seats optimal for water and urban features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Brisbane. Takeoff views of Bali's volcanic landscape and Lombok Strait are more visually distinctive than Brisbane's landing approach. The volcanic peaks and island geography on departure outweigh the urban/bay features on arrival.
What can I see during takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
During takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. DPS typically departs runway 09L/27R or 09R/27L depending on wind. Eastbound departures (runway 09) favor right-side seats for views of Mount Agung and the volcanic ridge system that dominates eastern Bali's skyline during initial climb. Notable sights include: Mount Agung (3,142m, visible as a prominent peak 60km northeast), the Bali volcanic ridge, Lombok Strait (separating Bali from Lombok island to the east), coastal Denpasar sprawl below.
What can I see when landing at Brisbane International in Brisbane?
When landing at Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brisbane typically lands runway 01L/19R or 01R/19L. Westbound arrivals (runway 19) favor left-side seats for views of Moreton Bay's islands, the Brisbane River meanders, and the city skyline during descent. The approach path crosses the bay, making left seats optimal for water and urban features. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay (large shallow bay with numerous islands), Brisbane River with its distinctive loops through the city, Moreton Island and North Stradbroke Island (barrier islands), Brisbane CBD skyline.
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Brisbane?
The flight from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes about 5 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,789 miles (4,488 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denpasar to Brisbane flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Timor Sea heading south-southwest. Notable features include the Sunda Strait region (if visible during climb), open ocean for most of the journey, and the approach to Australia's east coast near the Queensland border. The Coral Sea lies to the east of the flight path. No major landmasses are visible during the mid-flight cruise phase—this is primarily open water navigation.