The right side delivers the superior London departure view over the Thames and city, and across the long overwater and overland route through Central Asia and Southeast Asia the views are broadly comparable. The departure experience tips it to the right.
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Flight Path
London to Brunei is 7,010 miles (11,282 km), a flight of about 13 hours.
The route tracks southeast over continental Europe, then across Turkey and the Caucasus region, over Iran and Pakistan, across northern India with the Indo-Gangetic Plain visible, over Bangladesh and the Bay of Bengal, then down the Malay Peninsula with the Strait of Malacca visible before crossing Borneo's heavily forested interior to reach Brunei on the northwest Borneo coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LHR
RIGHTHeathrow typically departs eastbound on runways 09L/09R, so a right-side seat gives you a clear view south over central London as you climb out. You'll track over the Thames, with the city spread out to your right before turning southeast.
Landing at BWN
LEFTBrunei International typically lands on runway 03, approaching from the south over the South China Sea. A left-side seat gives you views over Bandar Seri Begawan and the Brunei River estuary on final approach, while the right side faces open sea.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Heathrow (LHR) to Brunei International (BWN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Brunei. The right side delivers the superior London departure view over the Thames and city, and across the long overwater and overland route through Central Asia and Southeast Asia the views are broadly comparable. The departure experience tips it to the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Heathrow in London?
During takeoff from Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Heathrow typically departs eastbound on runways 09L/09R, so a right-side seat gives you a clear view south over central London as you climb out. You'll track over the Thames, with the city spread out to your right before turning southeast. Notable sights include: Thames River snaking through central London, Wembley Stadium arch to the northwest, Windsor Castle and Windsor Great Park to the west if departing westbound on 27L/27R, City of London skyline including the Shard.
What can I see when landing at Brunei International in Brunei?
When landing at Brunei International (BWN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Brunei International typically lands on runway 03, approaching from the south over the South China Sea. A left-side seat gives you views over Bandar Seri Begawan and the Brunei River estuary on final approach, while the right side faces open sea. Notable sights include: South China Sea coastline, Brunei River estuary and mangrove delta, Bandar Seri Begawan city including the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque dome, Brunei Bay.
How long is the flight from London to Brunei?
The flight from Heathrow (LHR) to Brunei International (BWN) takes about 13 hours. The shortest flight path between them is 7,010 miles (11,282 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Brunei flight path pass over?
The route tracks southeast over continental Europe, then across Turkey and the Caucasus region, over Iran and Pakistan, across northern India with the Indo-Gangetic Plain visible, over Bangladesh and the Bay of Bengal, then down the Malay Peninsula with the Strait of Malacca visible before crossing Borneo's heavily forested interior to reach Brunei on the northwest Borneo coast