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CGK → PGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (Pangkal Pinang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the best perspective of Jakarta's bustling port area on departure and the more scenic coastline of Bangka Island including its iconic granite boulder beaches during the descent.
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Jakarta Skyline
A distant but impressive view of the 'Big Durian' skyline and the Tanjung Priok port area.
Eastern Thousand Islands
Excellent views of resort islands like Pulau Ayer and Pulau Bidadari near the coast.
Bangka Coastline
Striking views of turquoise waters and white sandy beaches as you approach the island.
Granite Formations
Spot the unique massive granite boulders along the shoreline typical of the Bangka-Belitung region.
The right side is superior for the approach into PGK. For the best lighting, afternoon flights are ideal on this side. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing to capture the contrast between the white sand and blue sea.
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Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Clear aerial views of the terminal structures and runway layout during initial climb.
Western Thousand Islands
Spot western atolls like Pulau Pari and Pulau Lancang scattered across the Java Sea.
Java Sea Shipping Lanes
Observe numerous cargo ships and tankers anchored in the waters north of Jakarta.
Bangka Interior
Views of the lush tropical forests and tin mining landscapes of southern Bangka Island.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind you for better photography. It is also excellent for spotting the smaller, more remote islands of the Kepulauan Seribu chain.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 444 km (276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: PGK (-2.16219997406, 106.138999939)
Route Type: Domestic
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