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DJJ → BIK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sentani International Airport (Jayapura) to Frans Kaisiepo Airport (Biak)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Papua's wild interior, including the massive Mamberamo River system and the 'Lost World' Foja Mountains, which are far more visually stimulating than the open ocean.
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Lake Sentani
A breathtaking view of the sprawling lake and its 22 islands immediately after taking off from Jayapura.
Cyclops Mountains
Dramatic, cloud-shrouded peaks that rise steeply from the coast, visible shortly after departure.
Mamberamo Meanders
Incredible, serpentine river loops and oxbow lakes of the Mamberamo River, often called the Amazon of the East.
Foja Mountains
Aerial perspective of one of the most remote and untouched tropical rainforests on Earth.
Cenderawasih Bay
The deep blue expanse of the bay where whale sharks are known to congregate, visible during the descent.
Sit on the left to witness the Mamberamo River's incredible silver ribbons through the jungle. Book an early morning flight (06:00-08:00) to avoid the heavy convective cloud cover that typically forms over the mountains by midday. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to get clear photos of Lake Sentani during the initial climb.
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Expansive, uninterrupted views of the deep blue Pacific Ocean stretching toward the northern hemisphere.
Yapen Island
The rugged, forested silhouette of Yapen Island visible in the distance across the Serui Strait.
Padaido Islands
Spectacular turquoise coral atolls and white sand cays visible during the final approach to Biak.
Mokmer Airfield
Historical WWII-era coastal infrastructure visible as the plane lines up for the runway at Frans Kaisiepo.
The right side is the 'ocean side' for most of the flight. However, it excels during the final descent into Biak. Watch closely for the Padaido Islands, which offer some of the most vibrant coral reef colors in Indonesia from the air. This side is also generally cooler as it faces away from the direct equatorial sun on westbound morning flights.
Book Hotels in BiakDistance: 514 km (319 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: DJJ (-2.5769500733, 140.5160064698)
Arrival: BIK (-1.190019965171814, 136.10800170898438)
Route Type: Domestic
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