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KUL → KBR
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (Kota Bahru)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Titiwangsa mountain range during the cruise and a breathtaking view of the South China Sea coastline and the Kelantan River mouth during the final approach.
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Selangor Coastline
Clear views of the Strait of Malacca and the industrial ports of Selangor shortly after takeoff from KUL.
Titiwangsa Mountains
Aerial view of the 'Main Range', the rugged granitic backbone of Peninsular Malaysia covered in dense rainforest.
Kelantan River Delta
Intricate patterns of the river branches winding through the landscape as the plane descends towards Kota Bharu.
Pantai Cahaya Bulan
A stunning view of the sandy beaches lining the South China Sea just before touching down at KBR.
Book a morning flight (07:00-09:00) to avoid the afternoon convective clouds that often shroud the mountains. During the monsoon season (November to January), expect heavy cloud cover and turbulence over the central highlands. Look out for the distinct change from the muddy west coast waters to the turquoise hues of the east coast.
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Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On a clear day, catch a glimpse of the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 in the distance during the initial climb.
Taman Negara Borders
Views of the vast, untouched tropical wilderness extending towards the eastern horizon.
Paddy Fields
The 'Rice Bowl' landscape of Kelantan reveals vibrant green or golden patches depending on the harvest season.
Kota Bharu Urban Area
A close-up view of the traditional Malay architecture and bustling town center during the final bank.
The right side is excellent for seeing the inland topography. If flying in the late afternoon, the sun will be on the left, making the right side better for photography without glare. Keep an eye out for the winding roads of the East-West Highway cutting through the jungle below.
Book Hotels in Kota BahruDistance: 386 km (240 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 39 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: KBR (6.166850090026856, 102.29299926757812)
Route Type: Domestic
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