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KTG → PKN
Which side of the plane to sit from Ketapang(Rahadi Usman) Airport (Ketapang) to Iskandar Airport (Pangkalan Bun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic coastline where the dark, tannin-rich rivers of Kalimantan meet the turquoise waters of the Java Sea.
Java Sea Coastline
A beautiful contrast between the deep greens of the land and the varying blues of the shallow sea.
Kumai Bay
An excellent view of the wide bay that serves as the gateway to the world-famous Tanjung Puting National Park.
Mangrove Belts
Thick, protective layers of mangroves lining the shore, vital for the local ecosystem.
Coastal Shipping
Spot traditional phinisi boats and industrial barges navigating the river mouths and coastal waters.
Oceanic Glint
During late afternoon flights, the sun reflects beautifully off the sea and the coastal estuaries.
The right side is ideal for capturing the transition from sea to land. Keep an eye out for the distinct color change in the water near Kumai where the dark river water pours into the ocean. Seat yourself behind the wing for the best unobstructed photos of the coastline during the descent into Iskandar Airport.
Bornean Rainforest
Vast expanses of primary and secondary tropical canopy stretching toward the inland mountains.
Pawan River Curves
Watch the dramatic meanders of the Pawan River as it snakes through the low-lying plains.
Peat Swamp Vistas
Unique views of dark-water peat ecosystems and the complex hydrology of the West Kalimantan interior.
Remote Settlements
Occasional sightings of isolated riverside communities and logging camps deep in the forest.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare. This side is better for spotting the scale of the Bornean forest and the intricate network of inland waterways that define the region's geography.
Distance: 214 km (133 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: KTG (-1.816640019416809, 109.96299743652344)
Arrival: PKN (-2.70519995689, 111.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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