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MKW → AMQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Rendani Airport (Manokwari) to Pattimura Airport, Ambon (Ambon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Arfak Mountains upon departure and provides the best perspective of Seram Island and the iconic Ambon Bay during the descent.
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Arfak Mountains
Immediately after takeoff from Manokwari, view the towering, mist-shrouded peaks of the Arfak range reaching over 2,900 meters.
Seram Island Peaks
Mid-flight views of the rugged, densely forested mountains of northern Seram, one of the most biodiverse regions in Indonesia.
Ambon Bay
A stunning aerial perspective of the deep-water bay and the city of Ambon during the final approach into Pattimura Airport.
Coastal Mangroves
Observe the intricate green patterns of mangrove forests lining the southern coast of West Papua before crossing the sea.
Book a window seat in the front or rear of the aircraft to avoid wing obstruction. Early morning flights are highly recommended to avoid the equatorial cloud build-up that often obscures the Arfak Mountains by midday. The morning sun will also illuminate the Seram coastline beautifully from the east.
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Bird's Head Peninsula
View the sweeping coastline of the Doberai Peninsula as the plane tracks south away from Manokwari.
Misool Island
On clear days, the southern clusters of the Raja Ampat archipelago, including Misool, are visible on the western horizon.
Buru Island Silhouette
As you approach Ambon, look west to see the high volcanic profile of Buru Island rising out of the Seram Sea.
Spice Route Waters
Watch for small inter-island ferries and traditional vessels navigating these historically significant maritime trade routes.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare, which can be intense on the left. It offers a broader horizon over the open sea, making it better for spotting distant islands and weather formations like localized tropical rain cells over the Banda Sea.
Book Hotels in AmbonDistance: 733 km (455 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: MKW (-0.8918330073356628, 134.04899597167972)
Arrival: AMQ (-3.7102599144, 128.089004517)
Route Type: Domestic
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