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UPG → CGK
Which side of the plane to sit from Hasanuddin International Airport (Ujung Pandang) to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the 'Ring of Fire,' showcasing several of Java's most prominent volcanic peaks and the dense urban landscapes of the island's northern corridor.
Mount Muria
A dormant volcano situated on its own peninsula, standing out as a distinct landmark as you reach the Java coastline.
Mount Slamet
One of Java's highest and most active volcanoes, visible in the distance with its massive, sprawling base.
Mount Ciremai
A perfectly conical peak that dominates the skyline as the flight progresses toward West Java.
Jakarta Urban Sprawl
The vast, dense metropolitan area of Greater Jakarta unfolds during the descent, showing the city's immense scale.
Southern Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side catches the warm glow of the sun setting over the volcanic ridges.
For the best visibility of the volcanoes, choose a morning flight when the air is clearest and before clouds build up around the peaks. This side is also excellent for sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. Watch for the 'Ring of Fire' peaks appearing roughly 60-80 minutes into the flight.
Java Sea
Vast blue expanses of the Java Sea, often dotted with traditional fishing vessels and cargo ships.
Karimunjawa Islands
A glimpse of these coral-fringed islands if the flight path stays slightly north over the sea.
Tanjung Priok Port
Indonesia's busiest seaport, visible during the approach with hundreds of shipping containers and massive vessels.
Thousand Islands
The 'Kepulauan Seribu' chain of tropical islands and coral reefs visible just before landing at CGK.
Jakarta Bay
The northern waterfront of the capital, showing the transition from sea to city infrastructure.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers superior views of the Thousand Islands (Kepulauan Seribu) during the final descent into Soekarno-Hatta, which is a highlight for those who enjoy coastal and maritime scenery.
Distance: 1,432 km (890 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: UPG (-5.061629772186278, 119.5540008544922)
Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Route Type: Domestic
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