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HKT → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Phuket International Airport (Phuket) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the volcanic spine of Sumatra, including the Barisan Mountains and potential views of Indonesia's highest peaks.
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Phuket West Coast
Stunning views of Patong, Karon, and Kata beaches during the initial climb out of HKT.
Barisan Mountains
The rugged volcanic mountain range that forms the backbone of the island of Sumatra.
Mount Kerinci
Indonesia's highest volcano often rises above the morning mist and tropical clouds.
Sumatran Rainforests
Deep green primary rainforest canopies covering the interior highlands of Sumatra.
Sunda Strait
The narrow passage between Sumatra and Java, where the legendary Krakatoa is located.
Choose the right side for morning flights to see the volcanic peaks of Sumatra before convective clouds build up in the afternoon. Keep a lookout for the massive caldera of Lake Toba early in the flight if the path takes a more inland route. Sunset flights on this side offer spectacular views over the Indian Ocean.
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Phang Nga Bay
Dramatic limestone karsts and emerald waters visible shortly after departing Phuket.
Strait of Malacca
Aerial view of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous cargo vessels.
Bangka Island
Distinctive white sand coastlines and turquoise waters of the Riau Archipelago region.
Jakarta Bay
The massive urban sprawl of North Jakarta and the Port of Tanjung Priok upon arrival.
The left side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides better views of the intricate island patterns of the Riau and Bangka-Belitung provinces. Look for the distinct turquoise hues of the shallow coastal waters as you approach the Java Sea.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 1,834 km (1,140 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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