While landing offers dramatic coastal views, the takeoff provides more sustained scenic interest with Port Phillip Bay, the Dandenong Ranges, and volcanic hills all visible during a longer climb-out phase. Left seats capture the most distinctive Melbourne geography.
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Flight Path
Melbourne to Seoul is 5,322 miles (8,566 km), a flight of about 8 hours 30 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Tasman Sea and Coral Sea with limited visible landmarks. Approaching Asia, the flight passes over the Philippines (Luzon visible on some routing), then the East China Sea. The Ryukyu Islands may be visible depending on exact flight path. Most of the journey is over open ocean with occasional glimpses of shipping lanes and weather patterns.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from MEL
LEFTLeft seats offer views of Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenong Ranges as the aircraft climbs northwestward. Right seats face inland toward less distinctive terrain.
Landing at ICN
RIGHTRight seats provide views of the Korean Peninsula's western coastline, Incheon's tidal flats, and the approach over the Yellow Sea. Left seats face inland toward less scenic terrain during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Melbourne International (MEL) to Incheon International (ICN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Melbourne to Seoul. While landing offers dramatic coastal views, the takeoff provides more sustained scenic interest with Port Phillip Bay, the Dandenong Ranges, and volcanic hills all visible during a longer climb-out phase. Left seats capture the most distinctive Melbourne geography.
What can I see during takeoff from Melbourne International in Melbourne?
During takeoff from Melbourne International (MEL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of Port Phillip Bay and the Dandenong Ranges as the aircraft climbs northwestward. Right seats face inland toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Port Phillip Bay, Dandenong Ranges, Melbourne CBD skyline, You Yangs volcanic hills.
What can I see when landing at Incheon International in Seoul?
When landing at Incheon International (ICN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide views of the Korean Peninsula's western coastline, Incheon's tidal flats, and the approach over the Yellow Sea. Left seats face inland toward less scenic terrain during descent. Notable sights include: Yellow Sea, Incheon tidal flats and reclaimed land, Han River estuary, Korean Peninsula coastline.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Seoul?
The flight from Melbourne International (MEL) to Incheon International (ICN) takes about 8 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,322 miles (8,566 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Melbourne to Seoul flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Tasman Sea and Coral Sea with limited visible landmarks. Approaching Asia, the flight passes over the Philippines (Luzon visible on some routing), then the East China Sea. The Ryukyu Islands may be visible depending on exact flight path. Most of the journey is over open ocean with occasional glimpses of shipping lanes and weather patterns.