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SZB → BTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Hang Nadim International Airport (Batam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a continuous view of the Malaysian coastline, historic cities like Melaka, and a stunning distant view of the Singapore skyline during the approach to Batam.
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Kuala Lumpur Skyline
Catch a distant glimpse of the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 shortly after departure from Subang.
Port Klang
View the massive container terminals and intricate canal systems of Malaysia's primary seaport.
Port Dickson
See the long stretches of sandy beaches and waterfront resorts along the Negeri Sembilan coastline.
Historic Melaka
The UNESCO World Heritage city is visible, featuring its unique red-tiled roofs and the mouth of the Melaka River.
Singapore Skyline
On clear days, the iconic Marina Bay Sands and Singapore's CBD are visible to the east during the final descent.
For the best views of the Malaysian coast without the sun's glare, choose a morning flight. The approach to Batam often passes just west of Singapore, making the left side prime for seeing the city-state's skyscrapers and the busy Johor Strait.
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Strait of Malacca
Observe one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, filled with hundreds of cargo ships and tankers at anchor.
Karimun Island
A large Indonesian island that marks the entry into the Riau Archipelago waters.
Barelang Bridge
The iconic chain of bridges connecting Batam to Rempang and Galang is often visible during the landing pattern.
Riau Islands
Numerous small, lush tropical islands scattered across the turquoise waters as you enter Indonesian airspace.
Sit on the right for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Keep your eyes peeled for the massive tankers in the Strait; they look like tiny toys from cruising altitude. This side is also better for spotting the Indonesian islands of Karimun and Kundur.
Book Hotels in BatamDistance: 363 km (226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: SZB (3.130579948425293, 101.54900360107422)
Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)
Route Type: International
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