Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Biak to Tallinn-ulemiste International. While takeoff favors the right, the landing approach provides more dramatic and sustained views of the Gulf of Finland and Tallinn's historic cityscape. The approach descent offers better window seat value for the majority of passengers.

During takeoff from Frans Kaisiepo (BIK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Biak typically departs eastbound (Runway 09/27 favors 09 for eastbound traffic). Right-side seats capture the Cenderawasih Bay coastline and the island's northern shore as you climb out, with the Padaido Islands visible to the northeast. Notable sights include: Cenderawasih Bay (turquoise shallow waters), Padaido Islands archipelago to the northeast, Biak Island's northern coastline, Yapen Island visible further east across the bay.

When landing at Tallinn (TLL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Tallinn from the southeast (typical arrival routing), left-side seats offer views of the Gulf of Finland's eastern basin, the Estonian coastline approaching Tallinn, and the city's old town silhouette against the harbor. The descent path aligns well with left-side geography. Notable sights include: Gulf of Finland (broad water body), Estonian mainland coastline with pine forests, Tallinn's medieval old town spires and harbor district, Lake Ülemiste (visible just south of airport during final approach).

The flight from Frans Kaisiepo (BIK) to Tallinn (TLL) takes Approximately 16-17 hours with typical routing via Middle East or Central Asia hub.

This ultra-long-haul route crosses the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf region, Central Asian steppes, and the Caspian Sea basin. Notable midpoint geography includes the Himalayas (visible on clear days during Central Asia crossing), the Caspian Sea's eastern shore, and the Ural Mountains. Most of the flight occurs over water or sparsely populated terrain with limited dramatic landmarks visible from cruise altitude.