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JHB → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Senai International Airport (Johor Bahru) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic Kepulauan Seribu (Thousand Islands) archipelago during the final approach and potential views of Sumatra's coastline and Java's volcanic peaks.
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Batam Cityscape
A close look at the urban development and industrial zones of Batam Island immediately after crossing the border.
Bangka Island
The distinctive landscape of Bangka, known for its unique tin mining pits that look like turquoise craters from above.
Kepulauan Seribu
A stunning chain of small tropical islands stretching north from Jakarta, offering incredible turquoise reef patterns.
West Java Volcanoes
On clear days, the silhouettes of Mount Gede and Mount Salak provide a dramatic backdrop to the Jakarta sprawl.
Opt for an afternoon flight to catch the sunset over the Java Sea. This side is significantly better for photography during the landing phase at CGK as you fly over the Thousand Islands.
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Singapore Strait
Aerial view of the world's busiest shipping lanes with hundreds of cargo ships anchored off the coast of Singapore.
Bintan Island
Clear views of the luxury resorts and white sandy beaches on the northern coast of the Indonesian Riau Archipelago.
Lingga Archipelago
A collection of lush, green tropical islands scattered across the blue waters of the Java Sea.
Tanjung Priok
The massive industrial port of Jakarta visible during the descent into the capital city.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the tropical sun. It offers the best perspective of the Singapore skyline in the distance shortly after takeoff from Senai.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 925 km (575 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: JHB (1.6413099999999998, 103.669998)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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