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BIK → UPG
Which side of the plane to sit from Frans Kaisiepo Airport (Biak) to Hasanuddin International Airport (Ujung Pandang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the diverse Papuan landmass and the dramatic volcanic peaks of South Sulawesi upon arrival.
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Cenderawasih Bay
Aerial views of Indonesia's largest marine national park, famous for whale shark sightings and coral reefs.
Arfak Mountains
The rugged, mist-covered peaks of the Bird's Head Peninsula visible as you track west from Biak.
Misool Island
The southern part of Raja Ampat featuring stunning turquoise lagoons and ancient limestone karst formations.
Mount Lompobattang
A massive dormant volcano that dominates the landscape as the aircraft begins its descent into Makassar.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh northern sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic transition from the Banda Sea to the South Sulawesi highlands. This side is particularly scenic during the dry season (June-September) when mountain peaks are clearly visible through the clouds.
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Manokwari Coastline
The northern coastal reaches of Papua where the tropical jungle meets the deep blue Pacific.
Raja Ampat North
Views of the Waigeo and Batanta islands, known for their incredible biodiversity and emerald waters.
Sula Archipelago
A chain of remote, densely forested islands between the Maluku and Sulawesi regions.
Makassar Port
A busy maritime hub filled with traditional Phinisi schooners and modern cargo vessels during final approach.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing soft lighting for island photography. Watch for the distinct 'Blue Holes' in the reef systems near Raja Ampat shortly after departing the Biak region. Polarized sunglasses will help cut the glare off the water to see the coral structures more clearly.
Book Hotels in Ujung PandangDistance: 1,887 km (1,173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: BIK (-1.190019965171814, 136.10800170898438)
Arrival: UPG (-5.061629772186278, 119.5540008544922)
Route Type: Domestic
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