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TPE β†’ SUB

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Philippine archipelago, the dense rainforests of East Kalimantan, and a stunning approach over Madura Island before landing in Surabaya.

Left Side Highlights
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Central Mountain Range

View of Taiwan's rugged interior and Yushan peak shortly after takeoff.

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Luzon Volcanoes

Distant views of the volcanic peaks of northern and western Luzon, Philippines.

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Borneo Rainforests

Vast expanses of tropical canopy over East Kalimantan.

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Makassar Strait

Deep blue waters transitioning to the shallow reefs of the Java Sea.

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Madura Island

Detailed views of the salt pans and coastline of Madura just before landing.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look out early for the Central Mountain Range and keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the South China Sea to the archipelago terrain.

Right Side Highlights
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Penghu Islands

Scattered islands in the Taiwan Strait visible during the initial climb.

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South China Sea

Busy shipping lanes with cargo vessels visible near the coast of Vietnam and Borneo.

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West Kalimantan

The winding rivers of western Borneo snaking through the landscape.

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Java Sea Sunsets

Spectacular horizon views if flying in the late afternoon.

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Mount Bromo

If the flight path approaches from the west, you may spot the smoking peaks of East Java's volcanoes.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the sunset over the Java Sea. During the descent, watch for the intricate patterns of traditional fish traps in the shallow coastal waters.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,723 km (2,313 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 23 min

Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)

Arrival: SUB (-7.379829883575439, 112.78700256347656)

Route Type: International

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