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TMC â DPS
Which side of the plane to sit from Tambolaka Airport (Waikabubak-Sumba Island) to Ngurah Rai (Bali) International Airport (Denpasar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of Indonesia's most iconic volcanoes, including Mount Rinjani on Lombok and Mount Agung on Bali, alongside the dramatic cliffs of Nusa Penida.
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Mount Rinjani
The massive caldera and peak of Lombok's active volcano dominate the horizon mid-flight.
Nusa Penida
Crystal clear views of the famous T-Rex shaped Kelingking Beach and the rugged north coast of the Nusa islands.
Mount Agung
Bali's highest point and most sacred peak provides a stunning backdrop during the descent into Denpasar.
Benoa Harbor
A bird's-eye view of the busy harbor and the Bali Mandara Toll Road stretching across the water just before touchdown.
The right side is essential for volcano enthusiasts. Aim for a morning flight between 08:00 and 10:30 when the air is clearest and Rinjani and Agung are most likely to be visible above the clouds. During the rainy season (December-March), morning flights are significantly better for visibility.
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Western Sumba Coast
Aerial views of the rugged western tip of Sumba Island and its turquoise coastal fringes immediately after takeoff.
South Lombok Coastline
Glances of the remote bays and white sand beaches around the Kuta Lombok and Mandalika circuit area.
Uluwatu Cliffs
During the final approach into Ngurah Rai, the dramatic limestone cliffs of the Bukit Peninsula are visible to the south.
Sit on the left for a more relaxed view of the Indian Ocean and the southern coastline of the Lesser Sunda Islands. This side experiences less direct sunlight glare on afternoon flights heading west-northwest.
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Get eSIMs for IndonesiaDistance: 454 km (282 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: TMC (-9.40972, 119.244003)
Arrival: DPS (-8.7481698989868, 115.16699981689)
Route Type: Domestic
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