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SZB → PKU
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (Pekanbaru)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Klang islands upon departure from Subang and a more expansive perspective of the Sumatra coastline and Pekanbaru's urban layout during the descent.
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Subang Infrastructure
A clear view of the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport hangars and the surrounding residential enclaves during climb-out.
Pulau Ketam
Look for the unique 'Crab Island' with its stilted houses and fishing boat traffic just off the coast of Selangor.
Shipping Lanes
Excellent vantage point for observing the heavy maritime traffic heading toward the Indian Ocean.
Sumatran Plantations
Vast, geometric patterns of palm oil and rubber estates that dominate the landscape of Riau province.
Pekanbaru Urban Area
A detailed view of the Siak River bridges and the growing skyline of Pekanbaru city during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of the palm oil plantations in Sumatra. For evening flights, this side offers beautiful sunset views over the Strait. Keep your camera ready about 10 minutes before landing for the Siak Bridge view.
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Shah Alam Skyline
View of the iconic Blue Mosque and the sprawling urban landscape of Selangor's state capital shortly after takeoff.
Port Klang Terminals
Aerial perspective of Malaysia's largest seaport, featuring massive container ships and industrial infrastructure.
Strait of Malacca
Crossing one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, where dozens of vessels are visible dotting the horizon.
Winding Rivers
The intricate, serpentine patterns of the Kampar River and coastal estuaries as you enter Indonesian airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct afternoon sun glare. Watch for the dramatic shift from the blue sea to the brownish-green peatland rivers of Sumatra about 30 minutes into the flight.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 297 km (185 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: SZB (3.130579948425293, 101.54900360107422)
Arrival: PKU (0.4607860147953034, 101.44499969482422)
Route Type: International
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