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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the rugged Titiwangsa Mountains and the sprawling rainforests of the central peninsula.

Left Side Highlights
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Titiwangsa Range

View the majestic spine of Peninsular Malaysia with its mist-covered peaks and deep valleys.

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Genting Highlands

Look for the distant cluster of high-rise buildings and theme parks perched on the mountain ridge.

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Ancient Rainforest

Fly over some of the world's oldest primary rainforests, appearing as a dense, undulating green carpet.

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Pahang River

See the winding brown ribbons of Malaysia's longest river as it snakes toward the eastern coast.

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Kuantan Coastline

Glimpse the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters of Teluk Cempedak during the final descent.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the rising sun. The Titiwangsa mountains are best viewed shortly after reaching cruising altitude. On clear days, you might even spot the distant peaks of Fraser's Hill. Forward seats provide the clearest view away from engine heat distortion.

Right Side Highlights
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Sepang Circuit

Spot the iconic international racing track shortly after takeoff from KLIA depending on the runway.

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Tasik Bera

A rare chance to see Malaysia's largest natural lake, a RAMSAR site surrounded by peat swamp forests.

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Plantation Patterns

Marvel at the geometric precision of massive oil palm estates covering the Pahang coastal plains.

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Pekan Royal Town

Identify the mouth of the Pahang River and the historic royal architecture of Pekan near the coast.

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South China Sea

Enjoy the vast blue expanse and coastal fishing vessels as the plane banks for its final approach into KUA.

Ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing excellent lighting for photos of the coastline and river estuaries. This side is particularly scenic if the aircraft takes a southern vector over Negeri Sembilan before heading east into Pahang.

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Route Information

Distance: 202 km (126 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 20 min

Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)

Arrival: KUA (3.775389909744263, 103.20899963378906)

Route Type: Domestic

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