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TPE → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior viewing experience, starting with the majestic Central Mountain Range of Taiwan and followed by the dramatic island landscapes of the Philippines and the northern volcanic silhouettes of Java.
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Taiwan Central Mountains
Breathtaking views of Taiwan's spine, featuring Yushan (Jade Mountain) and high-altitude peaks shortly after takeoff.
Luzon Coastline
Scenic vistas of the western Philippine coast, including the rugged terrain and bays of northern Luzon.
Palawan Archipelago
Stunning aerial views of the limestone karsts and turquoise waters surrounding the Palawan region.
Equatorial Crossing
Transition from the South China Sea into the Indonesian archipelago with scattered tropical island views.
Java Volcanic Peaks
On the final approach, the silhouettes of Mount Gede and Mount Pangrango rise above the clouds near Jakarta.
Book a morning flight to catch the sun illuminating the Taiwanese mountains. On the approach to Jakarta, look for the 'ring of fire' volcanic peaks in the distance. This side generally avoids the harsh afternoon sun glare when flying southbound.
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Taiwan Strait
A view of the busy shipping lanes and the western coastal plains of Taiwan during departure.
South China Sea
Vast expanses of deep blue water, occasionally dotted with remote coral atolls and oil rigs.
Bangka-Belitung Islands
Famous for their white sand beaches and unique turquoise kaolin pits visible from high altitude.
Thousand Islands
The Kepulauan Seribu chain appears like emerald jewels scattered in the sea just north of the Jakarta coastline.
Tanjung Priok Port
The massive scale of Jakarta's main industrial port and the dense northern urban sprawl during landing.
The right side is excellent for spotting the 'Thousand Islands' cluster during the final 15 minutes of the flight. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite intense on this side of the aircraft during the mid-portion of the journey.
Book Hotels in JakartaDistance: 3,811 km (2,368 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 29 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: International
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