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PDG → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Minangkabau International Airport (Padang) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular panorama of the Bukit Barisan mountain range and Indonesia's tallest volcanoes, followed by a scenic approach over the Thousand Islands into Jakarta.
Mount Kerinci
Early in the flight, view the majestic peak of Indonesia's highest volcano standing at 3,805 meters.
Bukit Barisan Range
Continuous views of Sumatra's rugged mountain spine covered in dense tropical rainforests.
Bengkulu Coastline
The narrow, scenic strip of land where the mountains meet the Indian Ocean is clearly visible.
Thousand Islands
During the descent into Jakarta, look out for the emerald patches of the Kepulauan Seribu archipelago.
Jakarta Skyline
A grand view of the capital's sprawling urban landscape and skyscrapers during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the mountain peaks. Mount Kerinci appears roughly 15-20 minutes after departure from Padang. Ensure you are seated away from the wing for the best downward views of the coral reefs near Jakarta.
Indian Ocean
Uninterrupted views of the vast, deep blue horizon of the Indian Ocean throughout the journey.
Mentawai Islands
Distant glimpses of the world-famous surfing islands located off the western coast of Sumatra.
Anak Krakatau
As the plane crosses the Sunda Strait, look down to spot the legendary and active Krakatoa volcano.
Ujung Kulon
Views of the pristine wilderness and UNESCO-listed national park at the western tip of Java.
Sunda Strait Traffic
Observe the heavy maritime traffic of cargo ships and ferries moving between Sumatra and Java.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon flights, offering incredible golden hour views over the ocean. Keep a sharp eye out for Anak Krakatau about 20-25 minutes before landing at CGK, as it is a small but historically significant landmark in the middle of the sea.
Distance: 923 km (574 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: PDG (-0.786917, 100.280998)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: Domestic
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