Right seats capture the most visually distinctive features: Bruny Island and the Derwent estuary during takeoff (though left is better for this), and the dramatic Moreton Bay approach with Stradbroke Island during landing. The landing view is significantly more rewarding, making right the overall choice.
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Flight Path
Hobart to Brisbane is 1,113 miles (1,791 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses inland New South Wales, passing east of the Great Dividing Range. Notable features include the Macleay River valley, Port Macquarie area (coastal), and the transition from coastal ranges to the Brisbane Valley. The route generally follows a north-northwest heading, staying east of major mountain ranges. At cruise altitude (around 25,000 feet), the curvature of the Australian coast becomes apparent, with the Tasman Sea visible to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from HBA
LEFTHobart typically departs runway 12 (northbound). Left seats face west across the Derwent River estuary and the western suburbs, offering views of the river's wide mouth, Bruny Island offshore, and the immediate terrain surrounding the airport.
Landing at BNE
RIGHTBrisbane typically lands runway 01 Left or 01 Right (northbound approach). Right seats on descent provide views across Moreton Bay's eastern waters, Stradbroke Island, and the bay's island chain. The approach path crosses the bay, making right-side views more dramatic than left-side views of the inland approach corridor.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hobart (HBA) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hobart to Brisbane. Right seats capture the most visually distinctive features: Bruny Island and the Derwent estuary during takeoff (though left is better for this), and the dramatic Moreton Bay approach with Stradbroke Island during landing. The landing view is significantly more rewarding, making right the overall choice.
What can I see during takeoff from Hobart in Hobart?
During takeoff from Hobart (HBA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Hobart typically departs runway 12 (northbound). Left seats face west across the Derwent River estuary and the western suburbs, offering views of the river's wide mouth, Bruny Island offshore, and the immediate terrain surrounding the airport. Notable sights include: Derwent River estuary, Bruny Island (large island south of airport), Mount Wellington (visible inland to the northwest at distance), Storm Bay (body of water to the southeast).
What can I see when landing at Brisbane International in Brisbane?
When landing at Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Brisbane typically lands runway 01 Left or 01 Right (northbound approach). Right seats on descent provide views across Moreton Bay's eastern waters, Stradbroke Island, and the bay's island chain. The approach path crosses the bay, making right-side views more dramatic than left-side views of the inland approach corridor. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay (large shallow bay), North Stradbroke Island (major island), Bribie Island (northern island in bay), Brisbane River (visible as aircraft descends toward airport).
How long is the flight from Hobart to Brisbane?
The flight from Hobart (HBA) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,113 miles (1,791 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Hobart to Brisbane flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses inland New South Wales, passing east of the Great Dividing Range. Notable features include the Macleay River valley, Port Macquarie area (coastal), and the transition from coastal ranges to the Brisbane Valley. The route generally follows a north-northwest heading, staying east of major mountain ranges. At cruise altitude (around 25,000 feet), the curvature of the Australian coast becomes apparent, with the Tasman Sea visible to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east.