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HKT → KUL

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a dramatic perspective of the Titiwangsa mountain range and the iconic Kuala Lumpur skyline, including the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118, during the standard descent into KUL.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Phang Nga Bay

Breathtaking views of limestone karsts and emerald green waters immediately after departing Phuket.

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Titiwangsa Mountains

The dense, ancient rainforests and rugged peaks forming the central spine of the Malay Peninsula.

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Cameron Highlands

Rolling hills and misty valleys known for tea plantations visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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Kuala Lumpur Skyline

A clear view of the world's tallest buildings and the urban sprawl of the Klang Valley on final approach.

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Batu Caves

The distinct limestone outcrop and massive gold statue visible if the flight path tracks north of the city.

Book a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Morning flights are preferable as they offer the clearest visibility before tropical clouds build up over the mountains in the afternoon. Watch for the Petronas Twin Towers roughly 10 minutes before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Andaman Sea

Expansive views of the turquoise sea and remote islands south of Phuket during the initial climb.

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Strait of Malacca

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with massive cargo vessels and oil tankers.

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Penang Island

The urban landscape of George Town and the two long bridges connecting the island to the mainland.

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Port Klang

The massive industrial infrastructure and container terminals of Malaysia's primary seaport.

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Andaman Sunset

Spectacular orange and purple hues over the water if taking an evening flight toward Kuala Lumpur.

The right side is ideal for sunset views on late-afternoon flights. It also provides a better perspective of the maritime traffic in the Malacca Strait. Keep your camera ready as you pass Penang for a clear shot of the Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge.

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Route Information

Distance: 705 km (438 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min

Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)

Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)

Route Type: International

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