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PKU → BTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (Pekanbaru) to Hang Nadim International Airport (Batam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Riau Archipelago's scattered tropical islands and provides the best angle to spot the iconic Barelang Bridges during the descent into Batam.
Kampar River Delta
An intricate network of river branches and estuaries flowing into the sea south of the main route.
Riau Archipelago
A beautiful mosaic of hundreds of small, lush islands surrounded by turquoise coral reefs.
Barelang Bridges
The famous chain of six bridges connecting Batam to Rempang and Galang islands is often visible during the final approach.
Kabil Industrial Zone
Aerial views of Batam's significant industrial and port infrastructure as the plane aligns with the runway.
The best views occur during the final 10 minutes of the flight. For the most vibrant water colors, an afternoon flight is recommended as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the reefs and islands perfectly.
Siak River
Visible immediately after takeoff, this deep river winds through the urban sprawl and industrial zones of Pekanbaru.
Sumatran Peatlands
Vast stretches of dense tropical greenery and agricultural palm estates typical of the Riau lowlands.
Malacca Strait
Views of the busy maritime corridor filled with massive cargo ships and tankers heading toward Singapore.
Karimun Islands
The distant hilly silhouettes of the Karimun Regency islands appearing as you cross the open water.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct sunlight. Keep an eye out for the large industrial paper mills near the Siak River shortly after takeoff.
Distance: 306 km (190 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: PKU (0.4607860147953034, 101.44499969482422)
Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)
Route Type: Domestic
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