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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning perspective of Peninsular Malaysia's mountainous interior, including the Titiwangsa Range and the sprawling urban landscape of Kuala Lumpur.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Titiwangsa Range

View the lush green spine of the peninsula stretching across the horizon.

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Kuala Lumpur Skyline

Spot the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 rising above the urban haze.

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Putrajaya

The planned administrative capital with its distinct bridges and pink-domed mosque.

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KLIA Hub

A massive aerial view of Kuala Lumpur International Airport and its expansive runway systems.

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Mount Ophir

Look for the mist-shrouded peak of Gunung Ledang as you enter Johor airspace.

Book an early morning flight to see the Titiwangsa mountains emerging from the clouds. The left side avoids the harsh afternoon sun during the southbound journey. Keep your eyes peeled about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the KL skyline, which appears as a cluster of needles on the horizon.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Strait of Malacca

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, dotted with massive container ships and tankers.

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Pangkor Island

A clear view of the islands off the coast of Perak shortly after departure.

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Port Klang

The industrial hub and the intricate network of mangrove islands surrounding the port.

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Port Dickson

The sweeping coastline and numerous waterfront resorts along the Negeri Sembilan shore.

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Melaka Coastline

View the historic city and the large-scale land reclamation projects along the coast.

Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun setting over the Strait of Malacca. The coastal geography is more prominent on this side, making it excellent for identifying small coastal towns and river estuaries. Be aware that sea haze can sometimes obscure the horizon during the afternoon.

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Route Information

Distance: 554 km (344 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 55 min

Departure: PEN (5.297140121459961, 100.2770004272461)

Arrival: JHB (1.6413099999999998, 103.669998)

Route Type: Domestic

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