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SZB → PEN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Penang International Airport (Penang)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior coastal experience, featuring the Straits of Malacca and a classic aerial view of Penang Island's shoreline and urban landmarks.
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Straits of Malacca
Expansive views of the turquoise waters and heavy maritime traffic of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes.
Georgetown Skyline
Excellent visibility of the Komtar building and the historic colonial architecture of the UNESCO heritage site.
Penang Island Coast
Beautiful views of the lush greenery and sandy beaches along the island's southern and eastern fringes.
Second Penang Bridge
Marvel at the architectural feat of the 24km long bridge as you descend into the airport.
Sit on the left for evening departures to witness the sunset over the sea. During the approach into Penang, the left side typically offers the most scenic transition from open water to the island's urban landscape, especially when landing on Runway 04.
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Titiwangsa Range
Majestic views of the rugged mountain spine that divides the Malay Peninsula with its dense rainforests.
Ipoh Valley
A distant look at the city of Ipoh nestled among dramatic and unique limestone karst hills.
First Penang Bridge
A great view of the original iconic bridge and the busy shipping channel separating the island from the mainland.
Seberang Perai
The sprawling industrial and residential landscape of mainland Penang and the activity of the Butterworth port.
Morning flights are best for the right side to see the mountain ranges before tropical heat creates afternoon cloud cover. Watch for the limestone hills around Ipoh, which are especially striking in the low morning light before the haze sets in.
Book Hotels in PenangDistance: 279 km (173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: SZB (3.130579948425293, 101.54900360107422)
Arrival: PEN (5.297140121459961, 100.2770004272461)
Route Type: Domestic
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