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BWN → SUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Brunei International Airport (Bandar Seri Begawan) to Juanda International Airport (Surabaya)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides showcase the vast rainforests of Borneo, the Right Side is the clear winner for its spectacular views of East Java's volcanic landscape during the descent into Surabaya.
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Sarawak Coastline
Scenic views of the coastline near Miri and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea.
West Kalimantan Interior
Deep green expanses of one of the world's oldest rainforests stretching toward the horizon.
Mount Bromo
The iconic smoking crater of Bromo nestled within the massive Tengger Caldera.
Mount Semeru
Java's highest peak, a perfectly conical stratovolcano often seen venting ash in the distance.
Juanda Approach
Sweeping views of the agricultural plains of East Java just before touching down.
The right side is essential for volcano spotting. As the plane crosses the Java Sea and approaches the East Java coastline, look south-southwest to see the volcanic chain. Book a morning flight (06:00-09:00) for the highest probability of seeing the peaks of Bromo and Semeru above the clouds. Ensure your window is clean for high-altitude photography of the Borneo jungle.
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Temburong Rainforest
Aerial views of the pristine tropical canopy of Brunei's eastern enclave shortly after takeoff.
Barito River System
The massive, winding brown rivers of Central Kalimantan carving through the dense jungle.
Suramadu Bridge
The longest bridge in Indonesia connecting Java and Madura Island visible during the final approach.
Surabaya Skyline
A clear view of the bustling Port of Tanjung Perak and the northern city districts.
Sit on the left for the best views of the meandering river systems of Kalimantan. During the approach, look for the Madura Strait. Morning flights are recommended to avoid the heavy tropical haze and convective clouds that typically build up over Borneo by mid-afternoon.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 1,391 km (864 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: BWN (4.944200038909912, 114.9280014038086)
Arrival: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Route Type: International
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