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SOC → PKN
Which side of the plane to sit from Adi Sumarmo Wiryokusumo Airport (Solo City) to Iskandar Airport (Pangkalan Bun)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of Java's most iconic volcanoes immediately after takeoff and a spectacular look at the rainforests and river systems of Borneo during the descent.
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Mount Merapi & Merbabu
Stunning views of the active Merapi and its neighbor Merbabu shortly after departure from Solo.
Semarang Coastline
Aerial view of the northern coast of Java as the aircraft transitions over the Java Sea.
Karimunjawa Islands
If the flight path trends west, you may spot the coral-fringed turquoise waters of this archipelago.
Tanjung Puting National Park
Dense tropical canopy and protected mangroves of the world-famous orangutan sanctuary on descent.
Kumai River
The winding, dark waters of the Kumai River leading into the heart of the Borneo rainforest.
Book an early morning flight for the clearest views of Mount Merapi, as clouds often gather by midday. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes of takeoff. On arrival, the left side provides the best angle to see the transition from the Java Sea into the lush peat swamp forests of Kalimantan.
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The massive, sprawling slopes of Mount Lawu are visible to the east during the initial climb.
Java Sea Expanse
A wide-angle view of the deep blue Java Sea, often dotted with traditional fishing platforms (bagang).
Kubu Beach
The long, sandy coastline of Central Kalimantan as the plane approaches the Borneo mainland.
Pangkalan Bun City
A bird's-eye view of the city layout and the Iskandar Air Force base during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the Java Sea. Look for the distinctive traditional fishing boats and structures in the water halfway through the flight. During the dry season (June to September), watch for smoke plumes from the interior of Borneo.
Book Hotels in Pangkalan BunDistance: 544 km (338 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: SOC (-7.516089916229247, 110.75700378417967)
Arrival: PKN (-2.70519995689, 111.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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