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AUH → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, featuring the Empty Quarter dunes, the lush coastline of Southern India, a full transit past Sri Lanka, and the spectacular volcanic topography of Java upon descent.
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Empty Quarter
The rolling orange sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert visible south of the flight path.
Malabar Coast
The tropical, emerald-green coastline of Kerala where the flight enters the Indian subcontinent.
Sri Lanka
A complete view of the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean,' including its misty central highlands.
Javanese Volcanoes
Stunning views of Mount Salak and Mount Gede as the aircraft maneuvers for arrival in Jakarta.
The right side is the definitive choice for landscape photographers. On the descent into Jakarta, the volcanic peaks of Java are best viewed from this side. For evening flights, you may witness spectacular sunsets over the Indian Ocean. Ensure you book a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze obstructing the view of Sri Lanka.
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Yas Island
Aerial views of Ferrari World and the Yas Marina Circuit shortly after takeoff from Abu Dhabi.
Al Hajar Mountains
The rugged, moon-like terrain of the UAE-Oman border peaks during the initial climb.
Deccan Plateau
The vast, colorful mosaic of Indian agricultural landscapes and river systems.
Andaman Archipelago
Glimpses of isolated, densely forested islands in the Bay of Bengal.
Choose the left side for night flights to capture the dense urban light clusters of coastal India. During the morning, this side provides softer light for photography as the sun rises in the east. Watch for the Andaman Islands approximately 5-6 hours into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 6,575 km (4,086 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 44 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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