While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach on the left provides superior scenic value with the Mersey River estuary, Devonport harbor, and Bass Strait views. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
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Flight Path
Launceston to Devonport is 48 miles (77 km), a flight of about 30 minutes.
The flight path crosses northwest over the Tasmanian midlands, passing near the Pipers River valley and the open terrain between Launceston and Devonport. No major mountain ranges or dramatic landmarks lie directly on the route; the landscape is predominantly rolling agricultural land with scattered woodland and river valleys. Bass Strait becomes visible to the north as the aircraft approaches Devonport.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LST
RIGHTClimbing out westbound from Launceston, the right side offers views of the South Esk River valley and the open terrain toward the West Tamar region. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive agricultural land.
Landing at DPO
LEFTDescending into Devonport from the southeast, the left side provides views of the Mersey River estuary, the Devonport waterfront, and Bass Strait. The right side faces inland toward less visually distinctive terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Launceston (LST) to Devonport Airport (DPO)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Launceston to Devonport. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach on the left provides superior scenic value with the Mersey River estuary, Devonport harbor, and Bass Strait views. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from Launceston in Launceston?
During takeoff from Launceston (LST), sit on the Right side for the best views. Climbing out westbound from Launceston, the right side offers views of the South Esk River valley and the open terrain toward the West Tamar region. The left side faces inland toward less distinctive agricultural land. Notable sights include: South Esk River (winding through the valley below), West Tamar region, Tasmanian agricultural plains, distant Great Western Tiers escarpment on the horizon.
What can I see when landing at Devonport Airport in Devonport?
When landing at Devonport Airport (DPO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Descending into Devonport from the southeast, the left side provides views of the Mersey River estuary, the Devonport waterfront, and Bass Strait. The right side faces inland toward less visually distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Mersey River estuary, Devonport town and harbor, Bass Strait coastline, Don River valley.
How long is the flight from Launceston to Devonport?
The flight from Launceston (LST) to Devonport Airport (DPO) takes about 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 48 miles (77 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Launceston to Devonport flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses northwest over the Tasmanian midlands, passing near the Pipers River valley and the open terrain between Launceston and Devonport. No major mountain ranges or dramatic landmarks lie directly on the route; the landscape is predominantly rolling agricultural land with scattered woodland and river valleys. Bass Strait becomes visible to the north as the aircraft approaches Devonport.