About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bali International (DPS) to Sydney Bankstown (BWU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Sydney. Takeoff views of Bali's volcanic landscape are more dramatic and geographically distinctive than landing views of suburban Sydney. The volcanic peaks and ridge system provide superior window-seat geography.
What can I see during takeoff from Bali International in Denpasar?
During takeoff from Bali International (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. DPS typically departs to the north or northeast. Right-side seats offer views of Mount Agung and the volcanic ridge system that dominates eastern Bali's skyline during initial climb. Left side faces the Bali Sea with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Mount Agung (3,031 m active volcano), Batur volcanic complex, Lombok Strait, Bali's central ridge.
What can I see when landing at Sydney Bankstown in Sydney?
When landing at Sydney Bankstown (BWU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Sydney Bankstown (BWU) is located southwest of central Sydney. Left-side seats during approach capture the Parramatta River valley, western Sydney suburbs, and the Blue Mountains escarpment in the distance—the most visually distinctive features on this approach vector. Notable sights include: Blue Mountains escarpment, Parramatta River valley, Western Sydney sprawl, Nepean River.
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Sydney?
The flight from Bali International (DPS) to Sydney Bankstown (BWU) takes Approximately 5 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Denpasar to Sydney flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Timor Sea heading south-southwest. Notable features include the Sunda Strait region (if routed via western Java), the Java Sea, and the transition into Australian airspace. The Ashmore and Cartier Islands lie northeast of the direct track. As the aircraft approaches Australian territory, the continental shelf becomes visible, and the Great Barrier Reef region (if routed further north) or open ocean dominates. The flight typically maintains 33,000-35,000 feet, making individual landmarks difficult to distinguish in the midpoint, though cloud formations and ocean color variations are visible.