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DRW → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Darwin International Airport (Darwin) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Indonesian archipelago's volcanic backbone, offering sightings of famous peaks like Rinjani and Agung.
Mount Rinjani
The massive volcanic peak on Lombok island, often visible with its distinctive crater rim above the clouds.
Bali's Northern Coast
Clear views of the 'Island of the Gods' and the sacred, towering silhouette of Mount Agung.
East Java Volcanoes
A dramatic sequence of peaks including the active Mount Bromo and the high summit of Mount Semeru.
Surabaya Urban Area
The sprawling coastal city of Surabaya and the long Madura Bridge connecting the mainland to Madura Island.
For the best photographic results, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the volcanoes. The most scenic window is approximately 2 to 3.5 hours into the flight when traversing the Indonesian islands.
Timor Sea Reefs
Vibrant turquoise water and submerged reef patterns shortly after departing from Darwin.
Komodo National Park
The rugged, hilly terrain of Komodo and Rinca islands, famous for their unique lizards and geography.
Strait of Malacca
Dozens of massive cargo ships and tankers visible in one of the world's busiest maritime corridors during descent.
Putrajaya Landmark
The planned administrative capital of Malaysia with its unique bridges and pink-domed mosque during the final approach.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Java Sea. Keep an eye out during the final 30 minutes of flight to see the dense maritime traffic waiting to enter the Port of Singapore and the Malacca Strait.
Distance: 3,636 km (2,259 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 17 min
Departure: DRW (-12.41469955444336, 130.87699890136722)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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