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SUB → PKN
Which side of the plane to sit from Juanda International Airport (Surabaya) to Iskandar Airport (Pangkalan Bun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including the Suramadu Bridge at departure and the sprawling emerald canopy of Tanjung Puting National Park during the approach to Pangkalan Bun.
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Suramadu Bridge
An aerial view of Indonesia's longest bridge connecting Surabaya to the island of Madura shortly after departure.
Madura Coastline
Clear views of the southern shores of Madura Island, known for its salt pans and traditional fishing villages.
Tanjung Puting Canopy
A stunning look at the world-renowned orangutan sanctuary, appearing as a vast, unbroken carpet of tropical rainforest.
Kumai Bay
The scenic confluence where the rivers meet the sea, filled with traditional klotok boats and cargo vessels.
The right side is essential for seeing Tanjung Puting National Park. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for the rainforest's deep greens. Look out for the Suramadu Bridge within the first 5-10 minutes of flight time.
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Surabaya Skyline
Expansive views of Indonesia's second-largest city and the Tanjung Perak port area immediately after takeoff.
East Java Volcanoes
Distant but impressive silhouettes of the Arjuno-Welirang volcanic complex to the south as the plane climbs.
Java Sea Transit
A serene crossing over the busy maritime shipping lanes connecting Java and the Kalimantan islands.
Arut River Meanders
Watch the Arut River's tight, serpent-like loops through the dense vegetation during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It provides an excellent perspective of the transition from the dense urban grid of Surabaya to the untamed wilderness of Central Kalimantan.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 534 km (332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)
Arrival: PKN (-2.70519995689, 111.672996521)
Route Type: Domestic
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