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SIN → MDC
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Sam Ratulangi Airport (Manado)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior experience by showcasing the intricate river systems of Kalimantan and the dramatic volcanic peaks of North Sulawesi during the approach into Manado.
Singapore Strait
A panoramic view of the busy shipping lanes and the Riau Archipelago islands like Batam and Bintan.
Borneo River Systems
Spectacular views of massive, winding rivers like the Mahakam cutting through the dense Kalimantan rainforest.
Mount Klabat
The highest volcano in North Sulawesi provides a breathtaking landmark as you approach Sam Ratulangi Airport.
Minahasa Highlands
Lush, fertile volcanic ridges and green valleys that characterize the landscape of northern Indonesia.
The right side is essential for seeing the heart of Borneo and the volcanic topography of Sulawesi. For the best photos of Mount Klabat, ensure your window is clean before descent. Afternoon flights on this side may experience some glare, but the golden hour lighting on the volcanoes is spectacular.
South China Sea
Vast expanses of turquoise water and remote maritime shipping lanes shortly after departing Singapore.
Anambas Islands
Distal views of these isolated tropical islands scattered across the sea between Malaysia and Borneo.
Bunaken Marine Park
On the final descent, catch glimpses of the world-famous coral reefs and deep blue waters surrounding Bunaken Island.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. It provides a cleaner view of the Celebes Sea and the marine outskirts of Manado during the landing sequence. Watch for the sharp drop-offs in the ocean color indicating underwater reefs.
Distance: 2,327 km (1,446 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: MDC (1.5492600202560425, 124.9260025024414)
Route Type: International
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