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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Western Australian coastline, including the Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay, as well as views of Bali's volcanoes during the Indonesian transit.

Right Side Highlights
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Kalimantan Coast

Views of the dense tropical river systems and rainforest canopies of Indonesian Borneo.

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Bali Volcanic Peaks

Distant but clear views of Mount Agung and the volcanic spine of East Java across the Bali Strait.

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Ningaloo Reef

Stunning views of the world's largest fringing reef near Exmouth, showing the contrast between desert and coral.

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Shark Bay

The unique salt pans of Useless Loop and the vivid red sands of the Peron Peninsula meeting the blue ocean.

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Rottnest Island

As the plane turns for its final approach, catch a glimpse of 'Rotto' and the iconic Perth metropolitan coastline.

The right side is the 'coastline side.' For the best visibility of the Ningaloo Reef and Shark Bay, a daytime flight is essential. The glare from the afternoon sun can be intense when flying south, so keep your window shade partially down until you spot landmarks. If landing from the north into Perth, the right side offers the most iconic view of the CBD and Swan River.

Left Side Highlights
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Celebes Sea Atolls

Exiting Malaysia, view the scattered coral atolls and turquoise waters between Sabah and Indonesia.

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Mount Rinjani

Dominating the horizon of Lombok, this massive stratovolcano is often visible during the transition from the Java Sea to the Indian Ocean.

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Pilbara Inland

Deep ochre landscapes and massive iron ore mining operations visible as the flight enters Australian airspace.

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Perth Hills

The lush greenery of the Darling Scarp and Mundaring Weir during the descent into Perth.

Choose the left side for sunrise views on overnight flights. It provides the best perspective of the rugged interior of Western Australia and the majestic Mount Rinjani when crossing the Indonesian archipelago. Use a polarizer on your camera to cut through the haze over the Celebes Sea.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,212 km (2,617 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 57 min

Departure: BKI (5.9372100830078125, 116.0510025024414)

Arrival: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)

Route Type: International

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