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KUL → PLM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin II Airport (Palembang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Sumatra's rugged interior, providing a silhouette of the Bukit Barisan mountain range and the best angle for the winding Musi River during the final approach.
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Klang Valley
Distances views of the Kuala Lumpur skyline, including the Merdeka 118 and Petronas Towers, during initial climb.
Bukit Barisan
The hazy, dramatic mountain range that forms the backbone of Sumatra visible on the western horizon.
Palm Plantations
Geometric patterns of vast oil palm estates that dominate the landscape of South Sumatra.
Musi River
The iconic, wide, meandering brown river that defines Palembang's geography as you reach the city.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Sumatran wilderness. As the plane descends into PLM, this side usually offers a clearer view of the Musi River's massive loops. Try to sit ahead of the wing to ensure the engine exhaust doesn't distort your photos of the Bukit Barisan mountains.
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Strait of Malacca
Aerial view of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with massive cargo ships and tankers.
Coastal Mangroves
Dense green mangrove forests along the eastern coastline of Sumatra as the plane makes landfall.
Bangka Strait
In the distance to the east, the waters separating mainland Sumatra from Bangka Island may be visible.
Palembang Outskirts
The rapid urban expansion and industrial zones on the eastern edges of the city during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It is the best side for spotting the numerous vessels navigating the Strait of Malacca shortly after departing Kuala Lumpur. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from blue sea to the sediment-rich coastal waters of Sumatra.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 710 km (441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: PLM (-2.8982501029968, 104.69999694824)
Route Type: International
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