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TPE β SUB
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Juanda International Airport (Surabaya)?
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.
Central Mountain Range
View of Taiwan's rugged interior and Yushan peak shortly after takeoff.
Luzon Volcanoes
Distant views of the volcanic peaks of northern and western Luzon, Philippines.
Borneo Rainforests
Vast expanses of tropical canopy over East Kalimantan.
Makassar Strait
Deep blue waters transitioning to the shallow reefs of the Java Sea.
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.
Penghu Islands
Scattered islands in the Taiwan Strait visible during the initial climb.
South China Sea
Busy shipping lanes with cargo vessels visible near the coast of Vietnam and Borneo.
West Kalimantan
The winding rivers of western Borneo snaking through the landscape.
Java Sea Sunsets
Spectacular horizon views if flying in the late afternoon.
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.
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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