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KUL → MYY
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Miri Airport (Miri)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the South China Sea to the lush, river-veined landscape of Sarawak, including views of the Borneo coastline and the approach over Miri's landmarks.
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Sarawak Coastline
The first sightings of the Borneo landmass featuring sandy beaches and dense tropical vegetation.
Meandering River Systems
Incredible views of the brown, winding rivers like the Baram, which snake through the green jungle floor.
Lambir Hills
The distinct ridgelines of Lambir Hills National Park are often visible during the descent into Miri Airport.
Miri City & Canada Hill
A bird's eye view of the city center and the historical 'Grand Old Lady' oil well site on top of Canada Hill.
The right side is highly recommended for the descent. As the plane approaches Miri from the south or southwest, you will see the intricate river deltas and the urbanization of Miri. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the convective cloud cover that typically builds up over the Borneo landmass in the afternoon, which can obscure the ground views.
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South China Sea Expanse
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue waters that separate Peninsular Malaysia from the island of Borneo.
Offshore Oil Rigs
Occasional sightings of deep-water drilling platforms and support vessels dotting the horizon near the Sarawak basin.
Horizon Sunsets
On late afternoon flights, the left side provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets over the open water.
The left side is best for passengers who prefer a serene, minimalist view of the ocean. On the approach to Miri, you might see the coastline extending toward Brunei, but most of the flight is over open water. Opt for this side on evening flights to avoid direct glare from the sun during the early stages of the journey.
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Get eSIMs for MalaysiaDistance: 1,374 km (854 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: MYY (4.322010040283203, 113.98699951171876)
Route Type: Domestic
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