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PKU → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (Pekanbaru) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views during the descent into Malaysia, including potential glimpses of the Kuala Lumpur skyline and the meticulously planned administrative capital of Putrajaya.
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Siak River
The winding, tea-colored waters of the Siak River cutting through the Sumatran landscape shortly after takeoff.
Strait of Malacca Shipping
Spotting massive cargo ships and tankers navigating one of the world's busiest maritime bottlenecks.
Putrajaya Landmarks
The stunning architecture of the Putra Mosque and the Perdana Putra prime minister's office as you approach Sepang.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 can be seen to the North.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For the best lighting, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the Malaysian coastline, as the descent into KUL happens very quickly.
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Sumatran Rainforests
The dense canopy and palm oil plantations of the Riau province as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Port Dickson Coast
Views of the popular Malaysian beach resorts and the 'Water Chalets' protruding into the sea.
Sepang International Circuit
The famous Formula 1 racetrack is often clearly visible just moments before touchdown at KLIA.
Kampar River Delta
Intricate patterns of river estuaries and mangrove forests along the eastern Sumatran coast.
The right side is the place to be if you want to see the Sepang International Circuit during the final seconds of landing. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite intense on this side, making the cabin warm and photography difficult without a polarizer.
Book Hotels in Kuala LumpurDistance: 256 km (159 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: PKU (0.4607860147953034, 101.44499969482422)
Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Route Type: International
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