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CGK β BWN
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Brunei International Airport (Bandar Seri Begawan)?
Right Side of the Plane
While the left side offers vast views of the South China Sea, the right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Bornean interior, featuring winding river systems, dense tropical rainforests, and the mountainous spine of Kalimantan.
Jakarta Skyline
A panoramic view of the sprawling capital and the Tanjung Priok port area during the initial climb.
Kapuas River
The world's longest island river winds like a giant serpent through the West Kalimantan landscape.
Borneo Rainforest
Endless stretches of the 'Heart of Borneo' canopy, often shrouded in a mystical morning mist.
MΓΌller Mountains
The rugged, green-clad peaks of central Borneo's mountain range visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Temburong Bridge
The massive Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Bridge spanning the Brunei Bay during the final descent into BWN.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm light hitting the rainforest canopy. It offers the best views of Brunei's geography, including the Temburong district. Be prepared for some cloud cover over the mountains, which is common in this tropical corridor.
Java Sea Expanse
Clear views of the turquoise waters and small coral atolls north of Jakarta shortly after takeoff.
Karimata Strait
Observe the busy shipping lanes where cargo vessels transit between the Java Sea and the South China Sea.
Equator Crossing
The flight crosses the equator near the coast of West Kalimantan, marked by shifting cloud formations.
Sarawak Coastline
The rugged western coastline of Borneo with sandy bays and the turquoise fringes of the South China Sea.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is ideal for spotting offshore oil rigs as you approach the Bruneian maritime territory. Keep an eye out for the remote Natuna Islands in the far distance on exceptionally clear days.
Distance: 1,536 km (954 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 3 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: BWN (4.944200038909912, 114.9280014038086)
Route Type: International
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