About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Singapore Changi (SIN) to Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Melbourne. Left side delivers the best views at both ends of the flight — Singapore's iconic harbor and skyline on departure, and the Port Phillip Bay coastline with the Dandenong Ranges on arrival. The mid-flight portion over open ocean offers little differentiation between sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Singapore Changi in Singapore?
During takeoff from Singapore Changi (SIN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Changi typically departs on runway 02L/02R heading north, then turns southeast toward Australia. A left-side seat gives you views back over Singapore's city skyline, Marina Bay, and the southern islands as the aircraft banks. The dense urban grid and harbor are clearly visible before you cross into the Java Sea. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyline, Sentosa Island and Keppel Harbour, Batam and Bintan islands (Indonesia), Singapore Strait shipping lanes.
What can I see when landing at Melbourne Moorabbin in Melbourne?
When landing at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Moorabbin Airport typically uses runway 17L/17R for southerly approaches, meaning the aircraft arrives from the north tracking south. A left-side seat on approach gives views over Port Phillip Bay to the east and the Melbourne CBD skyline to the northwest. The Dandenong Ranges are visible to the east as a clear geographic reference. Notable sights include: Port Phillip Bay eastern shoreline, Melbourne CBD skyline to the northwest, Dandenong Ranges to the east, Mornington Peninsula across the bay.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Melbourne?
The flight from Singapore Changi (SIN) to Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW) takes Approximately 8 to 9 hours.
What does the Singapore to Melbourne flight path pass over?
The route tracks southeast from Singapore across the Java Sea, passing over or near Bali and Lombok in Indonesia where volcanic peaks including Gunung Agung (3,142m) and Rinjani (3,726m) may be visible on clear days. The flight then crosses the Timor Sea and the vast flat expanse of the Australian outback over the Northern Territory and South Australia before descending toward Victoria. The Nullarbor Plain and Spencer Gulf coastline may be visible depending on exact routing.