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BTU → SBW
Which side of the plane to sit from Bintulu Airport (Bintulu) to Sibu Airport (Sibu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the best perspective of the South China Sea coastline and the complex, sprawling waterways of the Rajang River delta during the final approach.
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Bintulu Industrial Port
View the massive LNG terminals and industrial infrastructure that make Bintulu a global energy hub.
Sarawak Coastline
Enjoy views of the South China Sea meeting the rugged, mangrove-lined shores of Central Sarawak.
Batang Rajang Delta
Marvel at the intricate network of distributaries as Malaysia's longest river meets the sea near Sibu.
Wisma Sanyan
Identify Sarawak's tallest building as the aircraft aligns for its final descent into Sibu Airport.
River Traffic
Spot express boats and cargo barges navigating the busy waterways of the Rajang River system.
This is the 'coastal' side. The approach into Sibu is often spectacular on the right as the pilot banks over the river delta. Late afternoon flights offer beautiful lighting as the sun sets over the South China Sea to the west.
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Kemena River Meanders
Watch the silt-rich waters of the Kemena River curve inland through the Bintulu region immediately after takeoff.
Agricultural Patterns
Extensive oil palm plantations create geometric green quilts across the Sarawakian interior landscape.
Central Highlands Fringes
On clear days, see the distant rolling hills and dense rainforest canopies of the Sarawak interior.
Remote Settlements
Spot isolated longhouses and small riverside communities that characterize the rural Sarawak lifestyle.
Sit toward the back to avoid wing obstruction. Best viewed during the morning to minimize the glare from the sun reflecting off the tropical haze. Look for the distinct brown-water tributaries that join the main rivers.
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Get eSIMs for MalaysiaDistance: 150 km (93 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: BTU (3.1238501071900004, 113.019996643)
Arrival: SBW (2.2616000175476074, 111.98500061035156)
Route Type: Domestic
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