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PNK → KTG
Which side of the plane to sit from Supadio Airport (Pontianak) to Ketapang(Rahadi Usman) Airport (Ketapang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for its continuous views of the West Kalimantan coastline and the Karimata Strait, offering a scenic contrast between the deep green mangroves and the turquoise sea.
Karimata Strait
Expansive views of the sea connecting the South China Sea to the Java Sea.
River Estuary Silt
Beautiful natural patterns formed by brown river sediment mixing with clear blue sea water.
Coastal Fishing Villages
Traditional stilt-house settlements visible along the shoreline and river mouths.
Sukadana Bay
A picturesque coastal curve with small islands visible just north of Ketapang during the descent.
This is the 'sunset side' for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular golden reflections off the water. As the flight stays relatively low for this short hop, the coastal details are very clear. Avoid sitting directly over the wing (typically rows 10-15 on ATR aircraft often used for this route) to ensure an unobstructed view of the shoreline.
Kapuas Delta Network
An intricate web of river branches and tributaries winding through the outskirts of Pontianak.
Peat Swamp Forests
Vast stretches of deep green tropical wetlands characteristic of the Borneo landscape.
Geometric Plantations
Massive palm oil estates that create striking grid-like patterns across the inland terrain.
Gunung Palung Outlines
Distant views of the forested peaks of the Gunung Palung National Park as you approach Ketapang.
Select an early morning flight to witness the dramatic low-lying mist over the peatlands and river basins. This side provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Kalimantan interior and the scale of agricultural development. Polarized lenses will help reduce the haze common in this humid region.
Distance: 195 km (121 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: PNK (-0.15071099996566772, 109.40399932861328)
Arrival: KTG (-1.816640019416809, 109.96299743652344)
Route Type: Domestic
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