The left side wins on the strength of the Hong Kong skyline and harbor departure, plus glimpses of the Philippine and Indonesian archipelagos along the southbound cruise track, giving more varied and dramatic scenery than the largely featureless ocean stretch on the right.
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Flight Path
Hong Kong to Brisbane is 4,317 miles (6,948 km), a flight of about 9 hours 5 minutes.
South China Sea, Palawan and the Philippine archipelago, Sulu Sea, Indonesian islands including Borneo and Sulawesi, Coral Sea approaching the Queensland coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from HKG
LEFTDeparting HKG southbound, the aircraft typically climbs out over the water south of Lantau before turning toward the South China Sea, putting Hong Kong Island's skyline, Kowloon, and Victoria Harbour on the left side. The right side mostly shows open water and outlying islands with less definition.
Landing at BNE
RIGHTOn approach into Brisbane from the north, the final turn onto runway 19 typically brings the coastal hinterland into view on the right side, showing the distinctive volcanic plugs of the Glass House Mountains and the Sunshine Coast ranges before the descent over suburban Brisbane. The left side mainly shows Moreton Bay's flat water and sandy islands.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hong Kong International (HKG) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hong Kong to Brisbane. The left side wins on the strength of the Hong Kong skyline and harbor departure, plus glimpses of the Philippine and Indonesian archipelagos along the southbound cruise track, giving more varied and dramatic scenery than the largely featureless ocean stretch on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Hong Kong International in Hong Kong?
During takeoff from Hong Kong International (HKG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing HKG southbound, the aircraft typically climbs out over the water south of Lantau before turning toward the South China Sea, putting Hong Kong Island's skyline, Kowloon, and Victoria Harbour on the left side. The right side mostly shows open water and outlying islands with less definition. Notable sights include: Hong Kong Island skyline, Victoria Harbour, Lantau Island, Kowloon peninsula.
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. On approach into Brisbane from the north, the final turn onto runway 19 typically brings the coastal hinterland into view on the right side, showing the distinctive volcanic plugs of the Glass House Mountains and the Sunshine Coast ranges before the descent over suburban Brisbane. The left side mainly shows Moreton Bay's flat water and sandy islands. Notable sights include: Glass House Mountains, D'Aguilar Range foothills, Brisbane River, Moreton Bay (opposite side).
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Brisbane?
The flight from Hong Kong International (HKG) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes about 9 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,317 miles (6,948 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Hong Kong to Brisbane flight path pass over?
South China Sea, Palawan and the Philippine archipelago, Sulu Sea, Indonesian islands including Borneo and Sulawesi, Coral Sea approaching the Queensland coast