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JOG → BTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Adi Sutjipto International Airport (Yogyakarta) to Hang Nadim International Airport (Batam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of Java's volcanic peaks during takeoff, followed by the emerald waters of the Thousand Islands and a closer look at the Sumatran coastline and the Lingga Regency mountains.
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Mount Merapi
Witness one of the world's most active volcanoes looming over Yogyakarta shortly after departure.
Java North Coast
Aerial perspectives of the bustling coastal towns and fish ponds stretching along the Java Sea.
Thousand Islands
A stunning collection of tropical atolls and coral reefs scattered north of the Jakarta coastline.
Bangka Strait
View the narrow strip of water separating Sumatra from Bangka Island, often dotted with traditional vessels.
Mount Daik
The distinctive triple-peaked mountain of Lingga Island visible during the descent phase.
Book an early morning flight (06:00 - 08:00) to see Mount Merapi without cloud cover. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the transition from the open sea to the lush, hilly terrain of the Riau Islands. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coral reefs below.
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Karimun Jawa
A distant but beautiful view of this marine national park archipelago in the middle of the Java Sea.
Belitung Island
Spot the eastern coastline of Belitung, famous for its massive white granite rock formations and turquoise water.
Singapore Strait Traffic
As you approach Batam, observe the massive queue of cargo ships and tankers waiting to enter one of the world's busiest ports.
Barelang Bridge
Catch a glimpse of the iconic series of bridges connecting Batam, Rempang, and Galang islands during the approach.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun reflecting off the sea. It provides a better vantage point for the industrial landscape and shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait just before landing at Hang Nadim. Look for the distinct turquoise patches in the water indicating shallow coral gardens near the Riau archipelago.
Book Hotels in BatamDistance: 1,213 km (754 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: JOG (-7.788179874420166, 110.43199920654295)
Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)
Route Type: Domestic
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