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BKS → BTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Fatmawati Soekarno Airport (Bengkulu) to Hang Nadim International Airport (Batam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of dramatic mountain transitions, views of the Indian Ocean coastline upon departure, and a high probability of seeing the Singapore skyline during the approach into Batam.
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Bengkulu Coastline
Panoramic views of the rugged Indian Ocean surf and white sand beaches immediately after takeoff.
Mount Kaba
A stunning view of this active twin-crater volcano located in the Bukit Barisan mountain range.
Kerinci Seblat Canopy
Aerial perspective of one of Southeast Asia's largest rainforest reserves and its dense green peaks.
Strait of Malacca
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, dotted with massive cargo ships and tankers.
Singapore Skyline
On clear days, the iconic Marina Bay Sands and CBD skyscrapers are visible across the water during descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Bukit Barisan mountains during the first 20 minutes. For the approach into Batam, a window seat behind the wing is ideal to capture the contrast between the lush Riau islands and the distant Singapore urban sprawl. Morning flights (08:00-10:00) generally offer the best visibility before clouds build up over the central Sumatra peaks.
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Bukit Barisan Spine
Direct views of the mountain ridges that form the geological backbone of Sumatra island.
Musi River Meanders
Watch the massive, winding river systems snake through the lowland jungles of South Sumatra.
Riau Archipelago
An emerald scattering of hundreds of small islands and coral reefs as the plane nears Batam.
Batam Industrial Hub
View the rapid development and shipping ports of the Batam Free Trade Zone during final descent.
The right side is excellent for observing the vast river deltas and the transition from highland forest to lowland swamps. If flying in the late afternoon, this side provides beautiful golden hour lighting over the Riau islands. Watch for the many small fishing 'kelongs' (floating platforms) in the waters surrounding Batam island as you descend.
Book Hotels in BatamDistance: 589 km (366 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: BKS (-3.8637, 102.338997)
Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)
Route Type: Domestic
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