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SUB → AMQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) to Pattimura Airport, Ambon (Ambon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring distant views of East Java's iconic volcanoes and a breathtaking final approach into the mountainous Ambon Bay.
Java Volcanic Chain
On clear days, look south to see the majestic silhouettes of Mount Bromo and Mount Semeru rising above the horizon.
Kangean Archipelago
Intricate patterns of turquoise coral reefs and tropical lagoons surrounding this island group.
Southern Buru Cliffs
Dramatic limestone cliffs and dense tropical rainforests visible during the transit toward Ambon.
Ambon Bay Approach
The highlight of the trip, featuring a low-altitude descent into a narrow, deep-water bay flanked by emerald green mountains.
Request a seat on the right and try to stay behind the wing for the best view of Ambon's topography. The approach into Pattimura Airport is highly directional; the right side almost always provides the best view of the city and the bay's entrance. Morning flights provide the best clarity for seeing the volcanoes in East Java.
Madura Coastline
Clear views of the northern beaches and traditional salt pans of Madura Island shortly after departure.
Masalumbu Islands
A glimpse of remote coral atolls and small island communities isolated in the middle of the Java Sea.
North Buru Highlands
The rugged, jungle-clad northern ridges of Buru Island as the flight moves into the Maluku region.
Molucca Sea Vistas
Expansive views of the deep blue sea with dramatic tropical cloud formations common in this equatorial zone.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It offers a more peaceful, oceanic view with less landmass but better lighting for photography of the clouds and sea textures.
Distance: 1,742 km (1,082 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Arrival: AMQ (-3.7102599144, 128.089004517)
Route Type: Domestic
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