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SUB → DMK
Which side of the plane to sit from Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) to Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Bangkok city skyline and the Chao Phraya River during the final descent, alongside early views of the Madura Strait and potential glimpses of Borneo's coastline.
Madura Island
Clear views of the Madura Strait and the coastline of Madura Island immediately after departing Surabaya.
Kalimantan Horizon
On clear days, the distant coastline and river deltas of Indonesian Borneo (Kalimantan) are visible across the Java Sea.
Bangkok Urban Sprawl
An expansive view of the Thai capital's dense skyline and the winding Chao Phraya River during the final approach to DMK.
Gulf of Thailand
Deep blue waters dotted with fishing fleets and cargo ships entering the busy ports near Bangkok.
The right side is ideal for morning flights, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Bangkok cityscape. Watch for the 'Green Lung' (Bang Kachao) bend in the river just before landing at Don Mueang.
East Java Volcanoes
Distant views of the dramatic volcanic peaks of East Java, including Mount Arjuno, shortly after takeoff.
Riau Archipelago
Glimpses of the scattered islands near the Singapore Strait and the busy maritime traffic in the South China Sea.
Gulf of Thailand Coastline
Scenic views of the Thai coastline near Hua Hin and Phetchaburi as the aircraft begins its northern descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the setting sun over the Gulf. This side is also better for spotting the dense island clusters of the Riau region during the mid-flight segment.
Distance: 2,723 km (1,692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 38 min
Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Arrival: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Route Type: International
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