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Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
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Yamdena Western Coast

View the rugged western shoreline of Yamdena Island immediately after takeoff from Saumlaki.

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Banda Sea Transition

Watch the dramatic shift from the shallow coastal shelf to the deep blue depths of the Banda Sea.

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Kei Kecil Reef Systems

Exquisite turquoise coral reefs and shallow lagoons as the plane descends toward Langgur.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
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Saumlaki Bay

Excellent views of the Saumlaki harbor and the southern tip of Yamdena Island during the climb.

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Arafura Sea Horizon

Expansive views toward the Arafura Sea to the south-east during the mid-flight segment.

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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.

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Route Information

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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