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BKI → DPS
Which side of the plane to sit from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (Kota Kinabalu) to Ngurah Rai (Bali) International Airport (Denpasar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the volcanic peaks of East Java and the scenic western coastline of Bali during the approach phase.
Sabah Coastline
Beautiful views of the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park right after takeoff.
Java Sea
Panoramic views of the busy maritime lanes and offshore rigs between Borneo and Java.
Mount Bromo
The iconic, smoking caldera of the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park in East Java.
Mount Semeru
Java's highest peak, often seen puffing ash clouds against the horizon.
Bali West Coast
The surfing beaches and temples of western Bali visible during the descent into DPS.
This is the premier side for volcano spotting. Book a morning flight (before 10:00 AM) for the clearest atmospheric conditions, as convective clouds often obscure the Java volcanoes by mid-afternoon. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Bromo crater.
Mount Kinabalu
Distant views of Southeast Asia's highest peak shortly after departure from BKI.
Kalimantan Interior
Vast stretches of dense tropical rainforest and winding river systems of Borneo.
Makassar Strait
The deep blue waters separating Borneo from Sulawesi as the flight heads south.
Mount Agung
Bali's highest and most sacred volcano visible on the left during the final approach.
Nusa Penida
The rugged limestone cliffs of the islands southeast of Bali just before touchdown.
Choose this side for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Celebes Sea. It provides the best view of Mount Agung and the Lombok Strait if the aircraft approaches Denpasar from the east.
Distance: 1,636 km (1,017 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: BKI (5.9372100830078125, 116.0510025024414)
Arrival: DPS (-8.7481698989868, 115.16699981689)
Route Type: International
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