At Hang Nadim in Batam: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Riau Islands (Bulan, Penyengat, Galang islands), Strait of Malacca shipping traffic, Batam's northern coastline, South China Sea horizon.

When taking off from Hang Nadim (BTH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Hang Nadim's primary runways (09/27) mean most departures head east or west. A right-side seat gives you views of the Riau Islands archipelago and the Strait of Malacca shipping lanes during initial climb. The left side faces the industrial areas and mangrove swamps of central Batam. Notable sights include: Riau Islands (Bulan, Penyengat, Galang islands), Strait of Malacca shipping traffic, Batam's northern coastline, South China Sea horizon.

When landing at Hang Nadim (BTH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Hang Nadim's primary runway (06/24) typically uses the 06 heading for landing from the northwest, positioning the right side of the aircraft toward the Strait of Malacca and the broader Riau Islands archipelago. You'll see the island geography and water approaches that define the final descent. Notable sights include: Batam Island's northern coast, the Strait of Malacca to the right, smaller islands of the Riau archipelago scattered across the approach path, and the airport's coastal position relative to the surrounding water channels.

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