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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides superior views of the iconic Indonesian archipelagos, including the stunning turquoise waters of Belitung and the bustling shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait on approach.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Karimunjawa Islands

A cluster of coral islands and white sand beaches scattered in the deep blue Java Sea.

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Belitung Island

Famous for its unique granite rock formations and crystal-clear turquoise coastal waters.

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Bangka Strait

The scenic maritime passage separating the mining-rich Bangka Island from the Sumatran mainland.

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Singapore Strait

One of the world's busiest maritime channels, filled with hundreds of cargo ships and tankers.

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Singapore Horizon

On clear days, the distant skyscrapers of Marina Bay Sands and the Singapore CBD are visible across the water.

This is the premier side for island photography. Keep your camera ready as you pass over Belitung for the best water colors. During the approach to BTH, look north to spot the dense maritime traffic and the Singaporean skyline in the background.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Surabaya Skyline

Aerial view of East Java's capital and the impressive Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to Madura.

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Mount Muria

An isolated, dormant volcano located on the northern coast of Central Java visible during the climb.

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South Sumatra Wetlands

Vast river deltas and dense mangrove forests near the mouth of the Musi River.

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Lingga Archipelago

A series of lush, green islands appearing shortly before the final descent into Batam.

Sit on this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare. It offers the best perspective of the North Java coastline and the transition from sea to the swampy estuaries of Sumatra.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,348 km (838 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min

Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)

Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)

Route Type: Domestic

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