The left side edges ahead thanks to the dramatic volcanic scenery during the Bali departure, which is a rarer and more visually striking feature than the flatter cruise and suburban approach seen from the right, even though the right side offers a nice glimpse of Sydney on landing.
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Flight Path
Denpasar to Sydney is 2,862 miles (4,606 km), a flight of about 6 hours 5 minutes.
Timor Sea open water crossing, followed by the arid red plains and scattered salt lakes of northern and central Australia before the Great Dividing Range comes into view near the descent into Sydney
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DPS
LEFTDeparting DPS on runway 09 with a turn toward the southeast puts Bali's volcanic interior on the left, giving a brief but striking view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above the island's terraced landscape before the coastline falls away into the Indian Ocean.
Landing at BWU
RIGHTOn approach into Bankstown, aircraft typically descend from the southwest before turning onto final for runway 29, putting the Sydney CBD skyline, harbor, and the distant Blue Mountains escarpment on the right side of the cabin.
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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 Sydney Bankstown (BWU)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Sydney. The left side edges ahead thanks to the dramatic volcanic scenery during the Bali departure, which is a rarer and more visually striking feature than the flatter cruise and suburban approach seen from the right, even though the right side offers a nice glimpse of Sydney on landing.
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 Left side for the best views. Departing DPS on runway 09 with a turn toward the southeast puts Bali's volcanic interior on the left, giving a brief but striking view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above the island's terraced landscape before the coastline falls away into the Indian Ocean. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batur, Bali's southern coastline, Badung Strait.
What can I see when landing at Sydney Bankstown in Sydney?
When landing at Sydney Bankstown (BWU), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Bankstown, aircraft typically descend from the southwest before turning onto final for runway 29, putting the Sydney CBD skyline, harbor, and the distant Blue Mountains escarpment on the right side of the cabin. Notable sights include: Sydney central business district skyline, Sydney Harbour, Parramatta River, Blue Mountains escarpment.
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Sydney?
The flight from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Sydney Bankstown (BWU) takes about 6 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,862 miles (4,606 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denpasar to Sydney flight path pass over?
Timor Sea open water crossing, followed by the arid red plains and scattered salt lakes of northern and central Australia before the Great Dividing Range comes into view near the descent into Sydney