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CGK → SYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Australian Outback, the right side is preferred for the iconic 'scenic tour' approach into Sydney, often featuring the Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
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Pelabuhan Ratu
Aerial views of the rugged south coast of West Java and the Indian Ocean surf.
The Red Centre
Vibrant iron-rich soil and ancient rock formations of Central Australia's vast basins.
Sydney Harbour
The ultimate prize: the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House on a standard Runway 16R approach.
Sydney CBD
A low-altitude pass over the skyscrapers of the central business district before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the iconic Sydney arrival. Most international flights from CGK arrive in the early morning; sit on the right to see the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean as you approach the coast. Ensure you are seated either forward or well behind the wing to have an unobstructed view of the harbour landmarks during the final turn.
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Javanese Volcanoes
Spectacular views of Mount Gede and Pangrango shortly after takeoff from Jakarta.
Christmas Island Proximity
The flight path often passes near this remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean.
Great Sandy Desert
Mesmerizing orange longitudinal sand dunes stretching across the Western Australian interior.
Blue Mountains National Park
Dramatic sandstone cliffs and hazy blue valleys just before descending into the Sydney basin.
Choose the left side for an earlier glimpse of the Australian coastline. If the flight is during the day, the sun will be on the north side of the plane, so the left side may experience more direct glare during the middle of the flight. Watch for the stark transition from the lush greenery of Indonesia to the arid red terrain of Australia.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 5,519 km (3,429 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 30 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Route Type: International
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