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SUB → BDO
Which side of the plane to sit from Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) to Husein Sastranegara International Airport (Bandung)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the 'Ring of Fire,' featuring a continuous chain of massive, active volcanoes across Central and West Java.
Mount Arjuno-Welirang
Immediately visible to the south shortly after departing from Surabaya's Juanda Airport.
Mount Lawu
A massive, ancient stratovolcano marking the geographic border between East and Central Java.
Mount Merapi
The iconic, smoking peak of Indonesia's most active volcano located near Yogyakarta.
Sumbing and Sindoro
A stunning pair of symmetrical twin volcanoes rising high above the agricultural plains of Central Java.
Mount Galunggung
A large, dramatic volcanic crater with a distinct horseshoe shape visible during the descent into West Java.
Book a morning flight (before 9:00 AM) for the highest chance of cloud-free volcano summits. The sequence of peaks from East to Central Java is dense; keep your camera ready for the first 30 minutes of the flight.
Java Sea Coastline
Panoramic views of the northern coastal towns and the numerous cargo ships navigating the Java Sea.
Semarang City
The sprawling urban landscape and major port facilities of Central Java's capital city from above.
Mount Slamet
Central Java's highest peak, which often stands out as a massive silhouette against the northern horizon.
Mount Ceremai
A majestic, solitary volcano located near Cirebon that dominates the northern landscape as you enter West Java.
Jatiluhur Reservoir
One of Indonesia's largest man-made lakes, appearing as a bright blue patch during the final approach to Bandung.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights when the sun illuminates the coastline. Watch for the transition from the flat northern plains to the lush, rugged Parahyangan highlands as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Distance: 577 km (359 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Arrival: BDO (-6.900629997253418, 107.57599639892578)
Route Type: Domestic
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