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TKG → BTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Radin Inten II (Branti) Airport (Bandar Lampung-Sumatra Island) to Hang Nadim International Airport (Batam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Sumatran mainland to the stunning Riau Archipelago, including views of Bangka Island and the iconic Barelang Bridge during the descent into Batam.
Bangka Island
Clear views across the Bangka Strait toward the white sandy shores and tin-rich landscapes of Bangka.
Musi River Estuary
The massive delta where the Musi River meets the sea, featuring busy shipping lanes near Palembang.
Barelang Bridge
A bird's-eye view of the iconic chain of bridges connecting Batam, Rempang, and Galang islands during approach.
Riau Archipelago
Dozens of small, emerald-green islands scattered across the turquoise waters of the South China Sea.
Batam Skyline
Views of the rapidly developing urban centers and industrial zones of Batam as the plane turns for final approach.
Sit on the right for the best coastal views and to see the famous Barelang Bridge during the descent. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting on the islands. During the final approach to BTH, you may even spot the distant skyline of Singapore on a very clear day.
Bukit Barisan Peaks
Distant views of the rugged mountain spine of Sumatra to the west, often shrouded in morning mist.
Batanghari River
Observation of one of Sumatra's longest rivers snaking through the dense lowlands of Jambi province.
Sumatran Jungle Canopy
Vast stretches of tropical rainforest and agricultural plantations characteristic of the central Sumatran landscape.
Cloud Formations
Massive cumulus clouds frequently gather over the inland mountains, creating dramatic vertical scenery.
Early morning flights are best to avoid the heavy afternoon cloud cover that often obscures the inland terrain. Keep an eye out for the silver reflections of the meandering Musi and Batanghari rivers during the mid-flight segment.
Distance: 717 km (446 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: TKG (-5.240556, 105.175556)
Arrival: BTH (1.12102997303, 104.119003296)
Route Type: Domestic
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