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PEN → SIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Penang International Airport (Penang) to Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of Malaysia's urban landscapes, including the iconic Kuala Lumpur skyline and the busy border crossing into Singapore.
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Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On clear days, you can spot the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 piercing the horizon as you fly past the capital.
Titiwangsa Mountains
The lush, green central mountain range of Peninsular Malaysia provides a beautiful backdrop to the inland landscape.
Johor Bahru Cityscape
A clear view of the rapidly developing city of JB and the bustling Sultan Iskandar Building customs complex.
Johor-Singapore Causeway
Witness the world's busiest international land border crossing connecting Malaysia to the island of Singapore.
Singapore Heartland
A bird's-eye view of Singapore's uniquely organized HDB housing estates and dense urban planning during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is prime for spotting the KL skyline approximately 20-25 minutes after takeoff. During the descent into Changi, the left side often provides a better view of the northern coast of Singapore and the Pulau Ubin wetlands.
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Immediately after takeoff, enjoy stunning views of both the Penang Bridge and the Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge.
Strait of Malacca
Gaze out over one of the world's most vital shipping lanes, often dotted with massive cargo ships and tankers.
Coastal Resorts
Spot the white sands and overwater villas of Port Dickson and the Lexis Hibiscus's flower-shaped layout.
Singapore Anchorage
As you approach Changi, see the incredible density of hundreds of ships anchored in the Singapore Strait.
Indonesian Islands
In the distance, the Riau Archipelago of Indonesia, including Batam and Bintan, is often visible on the horizon.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Strait of Malacca. Keep your camera ready immediately after departure from PEN for the best shots of the two bridges. During landing, if the aircraft approaches from the south, you will get an unparalleled view of the thousands of cargo ships waiting outside the port.
Book Hotels in SingaporeDistance: 602 km (374 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: PEN (5.297140121459961, 100.2770004272461)
Arrival: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Route Type: International
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