Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Melbourne to Plaisance. While Melbourne's departure offers urban and bay scenery, Mauritius's landing provides far greater visual drama with volcanic peaks, lagoons, and coral reefs—genuine scenic landmarks. The 7+ hour cruise over open Indian Ocean is featureless on both sides, making the landing experience the decisive factor. Right side scores higher due to the distinctive island approach.

During takeoff from Melbourne Essendon (MEB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side captures Melbourne's urban sprawl and Port Phillip Bay during departure, with the Dandenong Ranges visible to the east. Right side faces inland toward flat Victoria with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Port Phillip Bay, Melbourne CBD skyline, Dandenong Ranges, Yarra River estuary.

When landing at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers the dramatic approach to Mauritius with the island's volcanic topography, lagoons, and coral reefs visible during descent. Left side is open Indian Ocean with no distinctive features. Notable sights include: Mauritius island volcanic peaks, turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, Black River Gorges, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport runway.

The flight from Melbourne Essendon (MEB) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU) takes 7h 35m.

The flight crosses the Indian Ocean with no significant landmarks visible from cruise altitude. The route passes south of the Chagos Archipelago (not visible from typical cruise altitude) and approaches Mauritius from the east, with the island's volcanic profile becoming visible approximately 30 minutes before landing.