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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Sumatran interior, including the winding Batanghari River and the distant volcanic peaks of the Bukit Barisan range during clear weather.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Thousand Islands

Clear views of the Kepulauan Seribu coral atolls dotting the Java Sea immediately after departure from Cengkareng.

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Bukit Barisan Range

The distant, majestic silhouette of Sumatra's volcanic spine visible on the western horizon during the mid-flight cruise.

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Sumatran Rainforests

Vast stretches of tropical canopy and agricultural mosaics typical of the South Sumatra and Jambi provinces.

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Batanghari River

Stunning aerial views of the longest river in Sumatra as it meanders deeply through the landscape during the final descent.

Book a window seat on the left (typically seat 'A') for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly scenic during the descent into Jambi as the aircraft follows the path of the Batanghari River. Look out for the distinct changes in land use from palm oil plantations to dense peatland forests.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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Tanjung Priok Port

Bird's-eye view of Indonesia's largest and busiest seaport during the initial climb from Jakarta.

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Java Sea Coastline

Detailed views of the northern Java coastline and the shallow turquoise waters where the sea meets the land.

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Palembang City

Distant views of the Musi River and the urban sprawl of South Sumatra's capital if the flight path stays east.

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Industrial Clusters

Oil and gas infrastructure and mining operations visible near the eastern coastal plains of Sumatra.

Choose the right side (seat 'F') if you are interested in maritime activity and the industrial landscape of the Sumatran coast. On afternoon flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for large ships navigating the Bangka Strait in the distance.

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Route Information

Distance: 600 km (373 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr

Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)

Arrival: DJB (-1.6380200386047363, 103.6439971923828)

Route Type: Domestic

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