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KUL → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Thousand Islands archipelago and the Jakarta coastal skyline during the final approach.
Putrajaya Landmark
Catch glimpses of the Pink Mosque and the sprawling government administrative center shortly after departing KUL.
Strait of Malacca
Peer down at one of the world's busiest maritime channels, filled with massive container ships and tankers.
Bangka Island
Look for the distinctive white sand beaches and granite boulders along the eastern coast of Bangka.
Thousand Islands
A breathtaking view of the Kepulauan Seribu coral atolls scattered across the Java Sea during descent.
Jakarta Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Tanjung Priok port and the dense high-rise clusters of North and Central Jakarta.
For the most vivid colors of the Thousand Islands, book a morning flight between 08:00 and 10:00 when the sun is behind you. Ensure you are on the left (Port) side to see the Jakarta skyline, as most approaches to CGK fly along the coastline before turning into the runway.
Sumatran Canopy
Fly over the dense tropical wetlands and peat swamp forests of Riau and South Sumatra provinces.
Winding Rivers
See the dramatic meanders of the Kampar and Musi rivers as they snake through the Sumatran plains.
Java Sea Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side offers unobstructed views of the sun dipping below the ocean horizon.
Mount Salak
On exceptionally clear days, the silhouette of the West Java volcanoes can be seen in the far distance upon arrival.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset, but be aware of the tropical haze that often builds up over Sumatra in the midday heat. Keep your camera ready mid-flight for the intricate patterns of the river deltas which are a highlight of this side.
Distance: 1,129 km (702 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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