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DJJ → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sentani International Airport (Jayapura) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the New Guinea Central Range, including snow-capped peaks, followed by a spectacular parade of Java's famous volcanic arc.
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Puncak Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid)
The highest peak in Oceania, featuring rare tropical glaciers visible if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Baliem Valley
A glimpse into the stunning, high-altitude grand valley of the central highlands of Papua.
East Java Volcanic Chain
Dramatic views of Mount Semeru and the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park massif.
Mount Merapi
One of the world's most active volcanoes, visible as the flight traverses Central Java.
Yogyakarta and Solo
The sprawling urban centers of Javanese culture nestled between the mountains and the sea.
Book a morning flight (typically departing DJJ around 6-8 AM) to avoid the daily cloud build-up over the Papuan mountains. The left side is essential for seeing the snow-capped Puncak Jaya early in the flight and the volcanic skyline of Java in the final 90 minutes. Use a window seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the steep volcanic slopes.
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Bird's Head Peninsula
The rugged northern coastline of West Papua and the surrounding coral-rich waters.
Maluku Archipelago
Aerial views of the 'Spice Islands' including Buru and Seram surrounded by deep blue seas.
Makassar Strait
A major maritime corridor where you can spot numerous cargo ships and tankers.
Karimunjawa Islands
A cluster of turquoise atolls and white sand beaches located in the Java Sea.
Thousand Islands
The 'Kepulauan Seribu' chain visible on the final descent into Soekarno-Hatta.
The right side is ideal for travelers who enjoy maritime scenery and island hopping from above. It offers excellent lighting for photography during the mid-day portion of the flight without the harsh southern sun glare. Watch for the intricate coral reef patterns around the Maluku Islands and the massive shipping traffic entering the port of Tanjung Priok near Jakarta.
Book Hotels in JakartaDistance: 3,774 km (2,345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 26 min
Departure: DJJ (-2.5769500733, 140.5160064698)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: Domestic
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