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Best window seat at Frans Kaisiepo

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Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Biak Island's north coast, Supiori Island, Cenderawasih Bay

LandingLEFT

Yapen Strait, coral reefs off Biak's south coast, Padaido Islands

🛫 Taking Off from Biak (BIK)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting on runway 29 you climb out heading west-northwest, tracking along Biak Island's northern coastline. Sitting on the right side gives you views of Biak's rugged coast, the narrow strait separating it from Supiori Island, and the blue expanse of Cenderawasih Bay beyond. The left side mostly faces open ocean with little to see.
Look forBiak Island's north coast, Supiori Island, Cenderawasih Bay, Yapen Strait in the distance

🛬 Landing at Biak (BIK)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 29 brings you in from the east over the Yapen Strait, and the left side offers a clear view of the turquoise coastal waters and reefs south of Biak Island as you descend. You'll also catch glimpses of the scattered Padaido Islands before the final turn onto the runway.
Look forYapen Strait, coral reefs off Biak's south coast, Padaido Islands, Biak town coastline

Frans Kaisiepo Airport has a single, unusually long runway (nearly 11,715 ft) built to accommodate large aircraft, a legacy of its Cold War-era role as an emergency landing site for the Space Shuttle. The terminal is modest, serving as a regional gateway for eastern Indonesia.

⛰️ Elevation49 ft
🛫 Runways1 (11/29)

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Frans Kaisiepo (BIK)?

At Frans Kaisiepo in Biak: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Biak Island's north coast, Supiori Island, Cenderawasih Bay, Yapen Strait in the distance.

What can I see during takeoff from Frans Kaisiepo in Biak?

When taking off from Frans Kaisiepo (BIK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 29 you climb out heading west-northwest, tracking along Biak Island's northern coastline. Sitting on the right side gives you views of Biak's rugged coast, the narrow strait separating it from Supiori Island, and the blue expanse of Cenderawasih Bay beyond. The left side mostly faces open ocean with little to see. Notable sights include: Biak Island's north coast, Supiori Island, Cenderawasih Bay, Yapen Strait in the distance.

What can I see when landing at Frans Kaisiepo in Biak?

When landing at Frans Kaisiepo (BIK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 29 brings you in from the east over the Yapen Strait, and the left side offers a clear view of the turquoise coastal waters and reefs south of Biak Island as you descend. You'll also catch glimpses of the scattered Padaido Islands before the final turn onto the runway. Notable sights include: Yapen Strait, coral reefs off Biak's south coast, Padaido Islands, Biak town coastline.

What factors affect the best window seat at Frans Kaisiepo?

The best window seat at Frans Kaisiepo (BIK) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Biak (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.