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BKI → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (Kota Kinabalu) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning departure view of Mount Kinabalu and extensive views of the rugged Borneo coastline and Kalimantan rainforests.
Mount Kinabalu
Shortly after takeoff, look back for a majestic view of Southeast Asia's highest peak if weather permits.
Borneo Rainforest
Fly over the vast, dense tropical canopies of Sarawak and West Kalimantan.
Serpentine Rivers
Witness the incredible winding patterns of the Kapuas River system snaking through the jungle.
Bangka Tin Mines
View the unique landscape of Bangka Island with its distinct turquoise mining pools.
Tanjung Priok Port
Observe one of the busiest shipping gateways in the region as you descend into Jakarta.
Book a morning flight (before 10:00 AM) to maximize the chances of seeing Mount Kinabalu before the daily cloud cover forms. This side is also better for seeing the sunrise if you are on a very early morning departure. Watch for the dramatic change from deep green jungle to the urban sprawl of Java.
South China Sea
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and coral reefs along the Sabah coastline.
Offshore Rigs
Spot oil and gas platforms scattered throughout the Natuna Sea area.
Belitung Island
Look for the white sandy beaches and granite boulders of this famous island destination.
Thousand Islands
A stunning archipelago of tropical islands appearing just before the final approach into CGK.
Java Sea Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side offers front-row seats to spectacular tropical sunsets over the water.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Java Sea. It is also the superior side for spotting the 'Kepulauan Seribu' (Thousand Islands) during the descent into Jakarta, which are most vibrant when the sun is high. Keep an eye out for maritime traffic congregating near the Sunda Strait.
Distance: 1,699 km (1,056 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: BKI (5.9372100830078125, 116.0510025024414)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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