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KUL → SOC
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Adi Sumarmo Wiryokusumo Airport (Solo City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of Indonesia's volcanic backbone, including the legendary Mount Merapi, as the aircraft descends into the heart of Central Java.
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Sumatran Rainforests
Fly over the dense tropical landscapes of Riau and Jambi provinces shortly after crossing the strait.
Mount Merapi
Experience a breathtaking view of one of the world's most active volcanoes, often seen venting steam near the flight path.
Terraced Rice Fields
Intricate patterns of Javanese agriculture appear like green staircases during the low-altitude descent into Boyolali.
Mount Lawu
The massive, sacred peak on the border of Central and East Java is visible on the distant horizon during landing.
Volcanic Ash Plumes
Keep an eye out for minor ash or steam venting from the active craters along the central volcanic ridge.
Choose the right side for morning flights (usually AirAsia or Malaysia Airlines schedules) to get the best illumination of Mount Merapi. The descent into SOC is often from the northwest, putting the most dramatic volcanic peaks directly in your window. Be prepared with a fast shutter speed to capture Merapi's crater before the plane banks for final landing.
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Strait of Malacca
Spot the world's busiest shipping lanes filled with massive cargo vessels immediately after take-off from KUL.
Karimunjawa Archipelago
On clear days, these coral-fringed islands appear as turquoise gems in the deep blue Java Sea.
Semarang Coastline
View the northern coastline of Java and the bustling port city as the plane transitions from sea to land.
Mount Merbabu
The dormant neighbor of Merapi provides a massive, verdant silhouette on the final approach into Solo.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Malacca Strait. This side is better during afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun, providing a softer light for photographing the Java Sea islands and the northern slopes of the Javanese mountains.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 1,520 km (944 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: SOC (-7.516089916229247, 110.75700378417967)
Route Type: International
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