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AMQ → NBX
Which side of the plane to sit from Pattimura Airport, Ambon (Ambon) to Nabire Airport (Nabire)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic perspective of the rugged interior mountains of Ceram Island, including the highest peak in Maluku, followed by the lush, dense rainforests and coastal edges of the Papuan mainland.
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Mount Binaiya
The highest mountain in Maluku, peaking at over 3,000 meters, dominates the skyline as you pass over Ceram Island.
Manusela National Park
An incredible bird's-eye view of one of Indonesia's most remote and pristine tropical rainforest regions.
Bomberai Peninsula
The rugged and wild coastline of West Papua where the dense jungle meets the breaking waves of the Bismarck Sea.
Triton Bay Karsts
If the flight path tracks slightly south, you may see the spectacular 'thousand islands' karst formations in the water.
Nabire Lowlands
The final descent offers a spectacular view of the winding river deltas and the dense jungle canopy surrounding Nabire.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Try to book a flight between 8 AM and 10 AM; this timing often provides the clearest views before the tropical clouds build up over the high peaks of Ceram and the Papuan interior. Have your camera ready as you cross the coastline of Papua for the most dramatic terrain changes.
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Ambon Bay
Vibrant views of the coral-fringed coastline and the urban landscape of Ambon city immediately after takeoff.
Seram Sea
A vast expanse of deep azure water featuring occasional atolls and unique reef formations visible from high altitude.
Sawai Bay
Stunning coastal scenery of northern Ceram Island characterized by steep limestone cliffs and turquoise lagoons.
Cendrawasih Bay
As you approach the Papua region, the northern horizon opens into this massive bay, famous for its marine biodiversity.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun, which will be primarily on the right. This side is ideal for spotting the deep gradients of the sea and the northern coastline of the islands. Watch for the transition from the Seram Sea into the Papuan coastal waters.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 823 km (511 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: AMQ (-3.7102599144, 128.089004517)
Arrival: NBX (-3.36818, 135.496002)
Route Type: Domestic
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