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AOR → SZB
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (Alor Setar) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of Malaysia's interior mountain beauty and a spectacular approach view of the Kuala Lumpur skyline including the Petronas Twin Towers before landing.
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Kedah Paddy Fields
Expansive 'Rice Bowl' landscapes of Kedah, appearing as a vibrant green or gold patchwork depending on the season.
Gunung Jerai
The massive, isolated limestone peak of Mount Jerai rising sharply from the surrounding flat coastal plains.
Titiwangsa Range
The dense, cloud-shrouded rainforest of Malaysia's main mountain range running parallel to the flight path.
Ipoh Karst Formations
Unique limestone hills and cliffs surrounding the city of Ipoh as the plane traverses the Perak region.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
Iconic views of the Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, and Merdeka 118 during the final descent into Subang.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Titiwangsa mountains. On the approach to SZB, the plane often banks, providing a perfect frame of the KL city center skyscrapers. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing.
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Penang Island
Aerial view of the Pearl of the Orient, including George Town and the two long bridges connecting to the mainland.
Straits of Malacca
Panoramic views of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous cargo ships and tankers.
Pangkor Island
The emerald green waters and sandy beaches of Pangkor and its neighboring private islands off the Perak coast.
Kuala Selangor Mangroves
Intricate patterns of river estuaries and protected mangrove forests along the Selangor coastline.
Port Klang
The massive infrastructure of Malaysia's primary seaport, visible just before the final turn toward the airport.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Straits of Malacca. Look for the Penang bridges early in the flight. This side also offers a better view of the coastal topography and industrial maritime activity near Klang.
Book Hotels in Kuala LumpurDistance: 363 km (226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: AOR (6.189670085906982, 100.39800262451172)
Arrival: SZB (3.130579948425293, 101.54900360107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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