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MEL → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for Australia's iconic Red Centre landmarks and the dramatic volcanic topography of the Indonesian archipelago during the mid-flight segment.
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Uluru & Kata Tjuta
Possible distant views of the famous red monoliths if the flight path tracks through Central Australia.
The Kimberley
Rugged, ancient landscapes with deep orange gorges and unique geological formations in NW Australia.
Java Volcanic Chain
Breathtaking views of Indonesia's active volcanoes, including Mount Bromo and Mount Merapi.
Bali and Lombok
Clear views of the islands and the towering Mount Agung peak during the transit north.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On the final approach into KUL, you can often spot the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower in the distance.
This is the 'scenic side' for geography lovers. For the best view of the Indonesian volcanoes, ensure you are awake approximately 5-6 hours into the flight. On the descent into KUL, keep your camera ready for the massive palm oil plantations and the architectural density of the Klang Valley. Morning flights offer the best lighting for the Australian outback segments.
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Great Australian Bight
Dramatic views of the southern coastline and the vast transition into the Indian Ocean.
Great Sandy Desert
Stunning longitudinal red sand dunes and salt lakes stretching across Western Australia.
Indian Ocean Sunset
On evening flights, this side offers an unobstructed view of the sun dipping below the horizon.
Sumatran Rainforests
Deep green canopy views of the Indonesian island of Sumatra as you cross the equator.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For daytime flights, the sun will be on this side in the afternoon, so keep your window shade down periodically to stay cool. This side is excellent for spotting the turquoise fringes of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands if the flight path tracks further west.
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Get eSIMs for MalaysiaDistance: 6,315 km (3,924 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 26 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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