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TJQ → PGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Buluh Tumbang (H A S Hanandjoeddin) Airport (Tanjung Pandan) to Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (Pangkal Pinang)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic northern coastline of Belitung, including the famous granite boulder beaches, followed by an aerial perspective of Pangkal Pinang city upon arrival.
Tanjung Tinggi
The famous beach area known for its massive white granite rock formations and crystal clear water.
Pulau Lengkuas
Look for the iconic 19th-century Dutch lighthouse standing on a small rocky islet.
Shipping Lanes
Active maritime traffic moving between the South China Sea and the Java Sea.
Tin Mine Craters
Distinctive open-pit mines and turquoise 'kolong' lakes characteristic of the Bangka landscape.
Pangkal Pinang
A clear view of the provincial capital and its surrounding urban layout during the final descent.
This is the best side for photography. Try to book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun illuminates the northern Belitung beaches and the Bangka coastline. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff and during the descent into PGK for the best landmark views.
Pulau Mendanau
A large, densely forested island visible shortly after departing Belitung's western coast.
Gaspar Strait
The turquoise waters of the strait separating the two major islands of the province.
Pulau Lepar
A significant island off the southeastern tip of Bangka, often visible in the distance.
Traditional Bagan
Small floating fishing platforms dotting the shallow coastal waters.
Java Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views toward the vast Java Sea to the south of the flight path.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking at the remote southern islands. Morning flights are ideal for the left side to keep the sun behind you. Watch for the distinct transition from the deep blue strait to the pale turquoise of Bangka's coastal shallows.
Distance: 191 km (119 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: TJQ (-2.74571990967, 107.754997253)
Arrival: PGK (-2.16219997406, 106.138999939)
Route Type: Domestic
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