BKK → CGK

Malay Peninsula Spine

The rugged, jungle-covered Tenasserim Hills and the mountainous border between Thailand and Malaysia.

Sumatran Volcanoes

Distant but clear silhouettes of the Barisan Mountains, including active volcanic peaks in Southern Sumatra.

Thousand Islands

The Kepulauan Seribu archipelago provides a spectacular view of hundreds of tiny coral islands scattered across the blue Java Sea.

Sunda Strait

The historic maritime passage between Java and Sumatra, often visible during the initial descent phase.

Mount Gede-Pangrango

On clear days, the massive twin-peaked volcano south of Jakarta dominates the horizon during the final approach.

Eastern Gulf Coast

Aerial views of the Thai eastern seaboard including the coastal stretches of Rayong and Koh Samet shortly after takeoff.

Bangka Island

The eastern coast of Bangka Island features distinctive turquoise waters and large granite boulder formations visible from cruising altitude.

Java Sea Shipping

Dozens of cargo ships and tankers waiting to enter the Port of Tanjung Priok create a glittering pattern on the water.

Jakarta Skyline

On specific landing patterns, the dense skyscrapers of the Sudirman Central Business District are visible to the south.