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BDJ → PKN
Which side of the plane to sit from Syamsudin Noor Airport (Banjarmasin) to Iskandar Airport (Pangkalan Bun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the complex river geography and urban textures of South and Central Kalimantan throughout the flight.
Banjarmasin Canals
Unique urban landscape of the 'City of a Thousand Rivers' immediately after takeoff from BDJ.
River Meanders
Spectacular aerial views of the Kahayan and Mendawai rivers forming intricate loops and oxbow lakes.
Agricultural Tapestry
The geometric patterns of vast palm oil plantations contrasting with the natural jungle blocks.
Peatland Reservoirs
Dark, tea-colored waters of the peat swamp forests visible between the river basins.
Choose the right side to capture the best river photography. This side avoids direct afternoon sun glare on westbound flights, making the colors of the jungle and sediment-rich rivers much more vibrant.
Java Sea Coastline
The southern edge of Kalimantan meeting the vast blue horizon of the Java Sea.
Barito River Mouth
A view of the massive estuary where giant coal barges and cargo ships congregate near the delta.
Coastal Wetlands
Lush mangrove forests and swampy terrain defining the southern tip of the island.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the coastline illuminated by the southern sun. It is the best side to spot the heavy maritime traffic moving coal from the interior to the sea.
Distance: 353 km (219 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: BDJ (-3.4423599243164062, 114.76300048828124)
Arrival: PKN (-2.70519995689, 111.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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