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SOQ → AMQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Dominique Edward Osok Airport (Sorong) to Pattimura Airport, Ambon (Ambon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Raja Ampat archipelago's southern clusters, particularly the stunning karst formations of Misool, and a direct view into the dramatic Ambon Bay during arrival.
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Salawati and Batanta
Immediate views after takeoff of the lush, forested islands that form the northern gateway to Raja Ampat.
Misool Archipelago
A world-class view of the iconic turquoise lagoons and thousands of tiny limestone karst islands scattered across the reef.
Hoamoal Peninsula
The westernmost tip of Seram Island, characterized by pristine white sand beaches and coral-fringed coastlines.
Ambon Bay Entrance
A perfect vantage point of the narrow entrance to the deep natural harbor of Ambon, seeing the city and the bridge.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic views. Ensure you are looking out within the first 20 minutes of flight for the Raja Ampat views. For the approach into Ambon, the right side usually provides a direct view of the city skyline and the Merah Putih Bridge depending on the wind direction.
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Ceram Sea Expanse
Breathtaking views of the deep indigo waters that separate the Bird's Head Peninsula from the Maluku Islands.
Central Seram Highlands
Rugged, mist-shrouded mountain ranges covered in dense tropical rainforest as the plane passes the midpoint of the journey.
Leitimur Peninsula
The mountainous eastern peninsula of Ambon Island, featuring hidden coves and steep cliffs plunging into the sea.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to catch the soft sunrise light hitting the mountains of Seram. It offers a more serene, vast ocean perspective with dramatic mountain silhouettes during the descent into Pattimura Airport.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 474 km (295 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: SOQ (-0.894, 131.287)
Arrival: AMQ (-3.7102599144, 128.089004517)
Route Type: Domestic
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