Passengers on the left side will enjoy stunning vistas of the conical Manado Tua volcano and the turquoise waters surrounding Bunaken Island as the plane ascends over the coast.
The right side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic volcanic peaks of North Maluku and the world-renowned turquoise waters and limestone islands of the Raja Ampat archipelago during the descent.
The right side offers the legendary view of the volcanic twins, Maitara and Tidore, as the aircraft approaches Ternateβa scene so iconic it is featured on the 1,000 Indonesian Rupiah banknote.
The right side offers iconic views of the Bunaken volcanic islands immediately after takeoff and a stunning approach over the Spermonde Archipelago before landing in Makassar.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of Sulawesi's volcanic peaks and a superior view of the Madura Strait during the approach into Surabaya.
The left side offers a superior view of North Sulawesi's volcanic heart, including iconic craters and the vast, deep blue expanse of the Gulf of Tomini during the approach to Gorontalo.
The flight path follows the volcanic arc of the Sangihe Islands. Sitting on the right side provides a direct and close-up view of several active volcanoes and lush island clusters emerging from the deep Molucca Sea.
The left side offers a spectacular vantage point of the volcanic arc forming the Sangihe Islands, featuring several of Indonesia's most active and visually striking volcanoes rising directly from the sea.
The right side offers spectacular aerial views of the iconic Bunaken Marine Park and Manado Tua volcano immediately after takeoff, followed by a scenic approach into the industrial heart of East Kalimantan.
The Left Side is the preferred choice for this route as it offers the most consistent views of Sulawesi's volcanic landscape and the sprawling urban layout of Jakarta upon descent.
The left side offers spectacular views of North Halmahera's active volcanic landscape, specifically the smoke plumes of Mount Dukono and the rugged northern coastline upon descent.
The left side offers a superior view of the volcanic landscape of North Sulawesi immediately after takeoff, followed by the stunning coral reefs of Bunaken and a more scenic approach into Singapore over the Riau Islands.