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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Sulawesi mountain ranges and the world-class Maros-Pangkep karst landscapes during the approach into Makassar.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Tarakan Coastline

View the mangrove-rich edges and oil-rich topography of Tarakan Island immediately after takeoff.

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Makassar Strait

Observe the deep blue expanse and cargo ships crossing this vital maritime corridor between Borneo and Sulawesi.

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Mount Latimojong

Spot the highest peaks of Sulawesi rising above the clouds in the central part of the island's southern arm.

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Maros Karst

Marvel at the dramatic, steep limestone towers of the Maros-Pangkep region, some of the largest karst areas in the world.

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South Sulawesi Plains

See the geometric patterns of lush green rice paddies that characterize the region's fertile agricultural landscape.

Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Sulawesi mountains and the Maros-Pangkep karst formations. These limestone towers are most visible during the final 15 minutes of the descent into UPG. Clear skies are more common during the dry season from June to September.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Sesayap Delta

Admire the intricate vein-like patterns of the river deltas and tropical wetlands surrounding Tarakan.

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Berau Coastline

Glimpse the eastern shores of Kalimantan and the transition from land to the Makassar Strait.

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Spermonde Archipelago

See the scattering of small coral islands and bright turquoise reefs just off the coast of Makassar.

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Makassar Port

View the busy shipping docks and traditional wooden Pinisi schooners docked at the historic Paotere harbor.

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Makassar Skyline

Get a bird's-eye view of the city center, the floating mosque, and the iconic Losari Beach waterfront.

Choose an afternoon flight for potential sunset views over the Makassar Strait. On the final approach, the right side provides the best view of the urban landscape and the coastline of Makassar city. Keep an eye out for the small, white-sand islands of the Spermonde cluster as you cross the shoreline.

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Route Information

Distance: 958 km (595 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: TRK (3.326667, 117.569444)

Arrival: UPG (-5.061629772186278, 119.5540008544922)

Route Type: Domestic

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