Perth to Brisbane is 2,242 miles (3,608 km), a flight of about 4 hours 45 minutes.
The left side wins on the strength of the Brisbane approach, where Moreton Bay's islands and coastline offer a genuinely scenic finish, outweighing the right side's modest advantage during the Perth departure. Most of the long cruise over the outback interior is flat and largely featureless on both sides.
Flight Path
Great Victoria Desert and Nullarbor fringe of Western Australia and South Australia, dry salt-lake country near the Lake Eyre Basin, the Channel Country waterways of western Queensland, and the Great Dividing Range as the flight descends toward the Darling Downs and Brisbane
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Takeoff from PER
RIGHTDeparting Perth eastbound, the turn out of the airport swings over the Swan River and CBD before the aircraft settles onto its easterly heading, giving the right side a brief but clear look at the city, river bends, and the Indian Ocean coastline before the Darling Range hills slide by underneath.
Landing at BNE
LEFTOn the common southbound approach into Brisbane, the aircraft turns to align with the runway with the left side facing east, revealing the wide sweep of Moreton Bay and its sand islands before the final descent over the Brisbane River mouth.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Perth International (PER) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Perth to Brisbane. The left side wins on the strength of the Brisbane approach, where Moreton Bay's islands and coastline offer a genuinely scenic finish, outweighing the right side's modest advantage during the Perth departure. Most of the long cruise over the outback interior is flat and largely featureless on both sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Perth International in Perth?
During takeoff from Perth International (PER), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Perth eastbound, the turn out of the airport swings over the Swan River and CBD before the aircraft settles onto its easterly heading, giving the right side a brief but clear look at the city, river bends, and the Indian Ocean coastline before the Darling Range hills slide by underneath. Notable sights include: Swan River and Perth CBD skyline, Indian Ocean coastline near Fremantle, Darling Range escarpment.
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. On the common southbound approach into Brisbane, the aircraft turns to align with the runway with the left side facing east, revealing the wide sweep of Moreton Bay and its sand islands before the final descent over the Brisbane River mouth. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay, Moreton Island and North Stradbroke Island, Brisbane River mouth, Brisbane city skyline in the distance.
How long is the flight from Perth to Brisbane?
The flight from Perth International (PER) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes about 4 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,242 miles (3,608 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Perth to Brisbane flight path pass over?
Great Victoria Desert and Nullarbor fringe of Western Australia and South Australia, dry salt-lake country near the Lake Eyre Basin, the Channel Country waterways of western Queensland, and the Great Dividing Range as the flight descends toward the Darling Downs and Brisbane