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Which side of the plane to sit from El Tari Airport (Kupang) to Lombok International Airport (Praya)?

Our Recommendation
9.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic landscape of the Indonesian Ring of Fire, including the massive Mount Tambora and the iconic peaks of Flores.

Right Side Highlights
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Flores Volcanic Chain

A spectacular sequence of active peaks including Mount Egon and the area near Kelimutu.

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Komodo National Park

Aerial views of the iconic, brownish-green hills of Rinca and Komodo islands.

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Mount Tambora

The enormous 6km-wide caldera created by the historic 1815 eruption on Sumbawa Island.

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Moyo Island

A lush, emerald-green island surrounded by turquoise coral reefs north of Sumbawa.

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Mount Rinjani

Indonesia's second-highest volcano dominates the horizon during the descent into Lombok.

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Labuan Bajo

The scenic bay and harbor of the main gateway to the Komodo dragons.

Seat yourself forward of the wing for the most unobstructed view of Mount Tambora's crater. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the western faces of the volcanoes during descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Kupang Bay

Clear views of the busy port and coral reefs surrounding El Tari Airport upon departure.

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Savu Sea

The deep blue expanse separating the inner and outer arcs of the Lesser Sunda Islands.

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North Sumba Coast

Distances views of the rolling hills and savannah-like landscape of Sumba Island to the south.

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Southern Sumbawa Range

Rugged, less-traveled mountain ridges along the southern spine of Sumbawa Island.

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Alas Strait

The narrow channel between Sumbawa and Lombok often dotted with inter-island ferries.

The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare from the north. Watch for the distinct changing colors of the ocean depth along the Sumba coastline.

Top Activities in Praya
Route Information

Distance: 826 km (513 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min

Departure: KOE (-10.171600341796877, 123.6709976196289)

Arrival: LOP (-8.757322, 116.276675)

Route Type: Domestic

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