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SXK → LUV
Which side of the plane to sit from Saumlaki/Olilit Airport (Saumlaki) to Dumatumbun Airport (Langgur-Kei Islands)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point of the Yamdena coastline during departure and provides the best angle for viewing the turquoise lagoons and white sand beaches of the Kei Islands upon arrival.
Yamdena Western Coast
View the rugged western shoreline of Yamdena Island immediately after takeoff from Saumlaki.
Banda Sea Transition
Watch the dramatic shift from the shallow coastal shelf to the deep blue depths of the Banda Sea.
Kei Kecil Reef Systems
Exquisite turquoise coral reefs and shallow lagoons as the plane descends toward Langgur.
Tual Cityscape
A glimpse of the bridge connecting Kei Kecil and Kei Dullah islands during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best views of the famous white sands of Ohoidertawun Beach if the wind dictates a northern approach. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the glare from the western sun reflecting off the sea.
Saumlaki Bay
Excellent views of the Saumlaki harbor and the southern tip of Yamdena Island during the climb.
Arafura Sea Horizon
Expansive views toward the Arafura Sea to the south-east during the mid-flight segment.
Small Kei Islets
Uninhabited coral cays scattered across the eastern approach to the archipelago.
Choose the right side if you prefer a view of the open ocean and the southern tip of the Tanimbar chain. This side is better for afternoon flights as you will have the sun behind the aircraft, perfect for photography.
Distance: 303 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: SXK (-7.9886097908, 131.305999756)
Arrival: LUV (-5.661620140075684, 132.73100280761722)
Route Type: Domestic
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