The left side wins overall thanks to the dramatic Hobart departure past Mount Wellington and the Derwent estuary, which is more visually striking than the flatter South Australian farmland seen from the left during descent; the right side's strong Adelaide approach isn't quite enough to offset the otherwise flat mid-flight scenery.
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Flight Path
Hobart to Adelaide is 727 miles (1,171 km), a flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Bass Strait open water, the flat agricultural plains of western Victoria, and the low Mount Lofty Ranges as the route approaches South Australia
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Takeoff from HBA
LEFTDeparting Hobart, the aircraft climbs out over the Derwent estuary with Mount Wellington and the Hobart CBD visible on the left side of the aircraft as it banks northwest toward Bass Strait. The right side mostly shows open water and the eastern shore suburbs, which are far less distinctive.
Landing at ADL
RIGHTOn approach into Adelaide from the southeast, the aircraft typically crosses the Adelaide Hills before descending toward the coastal plain, putting the hills and the city skyline plus Gulf St Vincent on the right side of the cabin. The left side during this turn mostly faces inland flat farmland with little visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hobart (HBA) to Adelaide International (ADL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hobart to Adelaide. The left side wins overall thanks to the dramatic Hobart departure past Mount Wellington and the Derwent estuary, which is more visually striking than the flatter South Australian farmland seen from the left during descent; the right side's strong Adelaide approach isn't quite enough to offset the otherwise flat mid-flight scenery.
What can I see during takeoff from Hobart in Hobart?
During takeoff from Hobart (HBA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Hobart, the aircraft climbs out over the Derwent estuary with Mount Wellington and the Hobart CBD visible on the left side of the aircraft as it banks northwest toward Bass Strait. The right side mostly shows open water and the eastern shore suburbs, which are far less distinctive. Notable sights include: Mount Wellington, Derwent River estuary, Hobart CBD, Tasman Bridge.
What can I see when landing at Adelaide International in Adelaide?
When landing at Adelaide International (ADL), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Adelaide from the southeast, the aircraft typically crosses the Adelaide Hills before descending toward the coastal plain, putting the hills and the city skyline plus Gulf St Vincent on the right side of the cabin. The left side during this turn mostly faces inland flat farmland with little visual interest. Notable sights include: Adelaide Hills, Adelaide CBD skyline, Gulf St Vincent coastline, Glenelg beach.
How long is the flight from Hobart to Adelaide?
The flight from Hobart (HBA) to Adelaide International (ADL) takes about 2 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 727 miles (1,171 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Hobart to Adelaide flight path pass over?
Bass Strait open water, the flat agricultural plains of western Victoria, and the low Mount Lofty Ranges as the route approaches South Australia