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AMQ → UPG
Which side of the plane to sit from Pattimura Airport, Ambon (Ambon) to Hasanuddin International Airport (Ujung Pandang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of island vistas, including the initial climb out of Ambon Bay and a closer look at the intricate coastlines of Buton and Muna islands during the transit to Sulawesi.
Ambon Bay Departure
Dramatic views of the deep-water bay and the rugged, volcanic terrain of Ambon Island immediately after takeoff.
Buton Island Coastline
Aerial perspective of the diverse topography of Buton, featuring dense forests and jagged limestone cliffs along the southern edge.
Muna Island Reefs
Clear views of the shallow turquoise waters and coral reef systems surrounding the flat landscape of Muna Island.
Spermonde Archipelago
A stunning collection of small coral islands and sandbanks visible as the aircraft descends toward the Makassar coastline.
Makassar Port Area
View of the bustling maritime activity and traditional Phinisi schooners often docked near the southern city limits.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun reflecting off the Banda Sea. Watch for the sudden change in water color from deep indigo to bright cyan as you pass the Buton strait. Best visibility is usually during the dry season (May to September) when cloud cover over the Maluku islands is minimal.
Buru Island Peaks
Views of Mount Kapalamadan, the highest point on Buru Island, often rising above the morning mist.
Banda Sea Expanse
A vast, deep blue oceanic crossing that highlights the isolation and beauty of the Maluku archipelago.
Lompobattang Massif
As you approach Sulawesi, the majestic twin peaks of Mount Lompobattang and Mount Bawakaraeng dominate the horizon.
Makassar Skyline
A sweeping view of the expanding urban landscape of South Sulawesi's capital during the final approach phase.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights (GA641 or similar schedules). Keep your camera ready for the dramatic descent over the South Sulawesi mountains, where the karst landscape creates unique shadow patterns in the late afternoon light.
Distance: 958 km (595 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: AMQ (-3.7102599144, 128.089004517)
Arrival: UPG (-5.061629772186278, 119.5540008544922)
Route Type: Domestic
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