What path do flights across Australia take?

1. Which direction do you fly to Australia?
2. Why do planes not fly over the Pacific?
3. What is the flight route from Australia to USA?
4. How is flight path determined?

Which direction do you fly to Australia?

Most people fly west from the USA to Australia, across the Pacific. This is because the earth is round but Australia and America are not exactly opposite each other. Australia is kind of close to America.

Why do planes not fly over the Pacific?

The primary reason airplanes don't fly over the Pacific Ocean is because curved routes are shorter than straight routes. Flat maps are somewhat confusing because the Earth itself isn't flat. Rather, it's spherical. As a result, straight routes don't offer the shortest distance between two locations.

What is the flight route from Australia to USA?

To New York

How is flight path determined?

A: Flight plans are filed with air traffic control. If there is a reason to avoid an area it is stated in the flight plan. Pilots receive a clearance from ATC and fly that clearance. If there is a reason to change the route, pilots request an amended clearance.