About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Los Angeles to Brisbane. The right side delivers the more dramatic takeoff experience with the full Los Angeles basin and Santa Monica Mountains visible. While the left side wins at landing for Brisbane's bay and city views, the right side also catches glimpses of the New Zealand coastline and South Island ranges if the routing passes nearby, making it the stronger overall choice for the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
During takeoff from Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Right side for the best views. LAX departures heading west over the Pacific typically use runways 24L/24R, meaning the right side faces north toward the Santa Monica Mountains, the Hollywood Hills, and the sprawling Los Angeles basin. You get a clear view of the urban grid stretching inland before the aircraft banks south toward the Pacific. Notable sights include: Santa Monica Mountains, Los Angeles basin grid, Santa Monica Bay coastline, Palos Verdes Peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Brisbane International in Brisbane?
When landing at Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brisbane Airport uses runways oriented roughly north-south. Aircraft approaching from the northeast on runway 01 or landing southbound on runway 19 will give left-side passengers views over Moreton Bay, the Brisbane River snaking through the city, and the CBD skyline. The right side faces inland toward flat suburban sprawl. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay, Brisbane River, Brisbane CBD, Moreton Island.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Brisbane?
The flight from Los Angeles International (LAX) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes Approximately 14 to 15 hours nonstop.
What does the Los Angeles to Brisbane flight path pass over?
The route tracks southwest from LAX across the open central Pacific, passing well north of Hawaii. The midpoint falls roughly over the remote South Pacific, with no land visible for thousands of miles. Approaching Australia, the route passes north of New Zealand's North Island, where on clear days the coastline and volcanic plateau may be faintly visible. The Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef region lie to the north of the final descent into Brisbane, generally not visible on this routing.