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KUL → PKU
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (Pekanbaru)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of urban landmarks after takeoff and the unique industrial landscape of Sumatra's oil fields before landing.
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Klang Valley View
Distant view of the Petronas Twin Towers and the urban landscape of greater Kuala Lumpur during the initial climb.
Rupat Island
A large, distinct island in the strait known for its white sand beaches and unique peat soil composition.
Minas Oil Fields
Incredible aerial view of the massive industrial grid and pipeline networks of Indonesia's largest oil field.
Palm Estates
Endless geometric patterns of industrial oil palm plantations that dominate the Sumatran landscape.
Siak River Bridges
Look for the modern bridge infrastructure of Pekanbaru as the plane aligns with the runway for landing.
Sit on the right for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. This side provides the best view of the Minas oil fields, which appear as a vast, interconnected grid in the jungle just minutes before landing.
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Strait of Malacca
High-altitude view of the world's most congested shipping lanes filled with massive tankers.
Port Dickson
Clear coastal views of Negeri Sembilan's popular beaches and the Blue Lagoon area shortly after takeoff.
River Meanders
The complex, snake-like loops of the Kampar River as it cuts through the Riau lowlands.
Peninsular Sunrise
Perfect position for watching the sun rise over the Titiwangsa Range on early departures.
Recommended for morning flights to witness the sunrise over Malaysia. During the approach to Pekanbaru, the left side often captures the dense urban sprawl of the city's southern districts and the winding Kampar river system.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 256 km (159 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: PKU (0.4607860147953034, 101.44499969482422)
Route Type: International
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