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JED → SUB
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Juanda International Airport (Surabaya)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic spine of Java during the approach and avoids the harsh southern sun during the long eastbound crossing of the Indian Ocean.
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Red Sea Coastline
Panoramic views of the Jeddah waterfront and the turquoise coral reefs of the Red Sea immediately after departure.
Rub' al Khali Dunes
The vast, mesmerizing orange sand patterns of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert, stretching to the horizon.
Java Volcanic Range
Stunning aerial perspectives of Central Java's massive volcanoes, including Mount Merapi and Mount Slamet, during the descent.
Surabaya & Madura Strait
A clear view of the urban expanse of Surabaya and the Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to Madura Island before landing.
For daytime flights, the left side is shaded from the direct southern sun, reducing glare for photography. During the final hour of flight, keep your window shade up to spot the towering volcanic peaks that define the Indonesian landscape. High-altitude clouds often form over Java in the afternoon, so a morning arrival is ideal for visibility.
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Rugged desert landscapes and ancient wadi patterns of the southern Nejd region and the borders of Yemen and Oman.
Indian Ocean Horizon
Deep azure waters and impressive tropical cloud formations known as 'towering cumulus' frequently seen near the equator.
Southern Java Coastline
The rugged, wave-battered cliffs and remote beaches of Java's southern Indian Ocean coast during the arrival sequence.
The right side (south-facing) will experience direct sunlight for the majority of this eastbound route, which can make the cabin warm and photography difficult due to reflection. This side is best for viewing the sunset if the flight is scheduled for a late afternoon arrival into Surabaya.
Book Hotels in SurabayaDistance: 8,645 km (5,372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 10 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Route Type: International
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