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KUL → PDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Minangkabau International Airport (Padang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic entry into Sumatra, featuring the stunning Lake Maninjau caldera and the rugged peaks of the Barisan Mountains during the descent.
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Sepang Coastline
Aerial views of the Malaysian gold coast and Port Dickson shortly after takeoff from KUL.
Barisan Range
The massive volcanic mountain range that forms the backbone of Sumatra island.
Lake Maninjau
A spectacular volcanic caldera lake located northwest of Padang, often visible during descent.
Mount Singgalang
A majestic twin volcano pairing with Marapi, offering a dramatic backdrop near the airport.
Indian Ocean
Vast turquoise waters as the aircraft maneuvers for landing at Minangkabau International.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Sit forward of the wing for the best views of Lake Maninjau, which is the highlight of the trip. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the mountains on this side.
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Strait of Malacca
View the world's busiest shipping lane with hundreds of vessels visible from above.
Sumatran Rainforests
Dense tropical canopy and winding silt-heavy rivers of the Riau province.
Mount Marapi
A prominent and highly active stratovolcano visible to the south during approach.
Padang Cityscape
The urban sprawl of Padang featuring traditional Minangkabau rooflines near the coast.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct sediment plumes where Sumatran rivers meet the sea.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 424 km (263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: PDG (-0.786917, 100.280998)
Route Type: International
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