Jakarta to London flight pathCGKLCY

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Flight time12h 35m
Distance7,261
Heading322° → 261°
Best side
RightMostly right
★ 2.5 left·★ 3.0 right

While the Jakarta departure offers the scenic Thousand Islands, the London landing provides superior urban drama and landmark density. The Thames estuary, Canary Wharf skyline, and Isle of Dogs create a more visually distinctive and recognizable finale. The cruise phase over the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Europe offers moderate variety but no dramatic mountain or coastal crossings. Right side's landing experience outweighs left side's takeoff advantage, making right the better overall choice for this 12+ hour flight.

Takeoff · CGKLEFTThousand Islands scattered across Java Sea, Jakarta Bay coastline, Tangerine-colored urban sprawl of Greater Jakarta receding inland
Landing · LCYRIGHTThames estuary and river meander, Canary Wharf and Docklands skyscrapers, Isle of Dogs peninsula

Flight Path

Flight path overview

Suez Canal (if routed south through Egypt), Mediterranean coast near Greece or southern Italy, Alps or Pyrenees depending on routing, English Channel approach to London

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Phase by phase

Aerial window seat view during takeoff from Jakarta (left side) — Thousand Islands (Kepulauan Seribu) scattered across Java Sea, Jakarta Bay coastline, Tangerine-colored urban sprawl of Greater Jakarta receding inland

Takeoff from CGK

LEFT

Jakarta's departure procedures typically use runways 07L/07R heading northeast, which banks left over the Java Sea and Thousand Islands archipelago. Left-side passengers see the island chain and coastal waters immediately after rotation. Right side faces inland toward flat, developed lowlands with minimal visual interest.

Thousand Islands scattered across Java SeaJakarta Bay coastlineTangerine-colored urban sprawl of Greater Jakarta receding inland

Landing at LCY

RIGHT

London City Airport's single runway (09/27) typically operates runway 27 (westbound) in prevailing westerly winds. Approach from the east means descent over the Thames estuary, Canary Wharf, and Docklands. Right-side passengers see the Thames meander, Isle of Dogs, and London's financial district skyline during final approach. Left side faces the flat Essex marshlands and open estuary with less urban definition.

Thames estuary and river meanderCanary Wharf and Docklands skyscrapersIsle of Dogs peninsulaGreenwich Peninsula with Millennium Dome

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Soekarno Hatta International (CGK) to City (LCY)?

Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Jakarta to London. While the Jakarta departure offers the scenic Thousand Islands, the London landing provides superior urban drama and landmark density. The Thames estuary, Canary Wharf skyline, and Isle of Dogs create a more visually distinctive and recognizable finale. The cruise phase over the Middle East, Mediterranean, and Europe offers moderate variety but no dramatic mountain or coastal crossings. Right side's landing experience outweighs left side's takeoff advantage, making right the better overall choice for this 12+ hour flight.

What can I see during takeoff from Soekarno Hatta International in Jakarta?

During takeoff from Soekarno Hatta International (CGK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Jakarta's departure procedures typically use runways 07L/07R heading northeast, which banks left over the Java Sea and Thousand Islands archipelago. Left-side passengers see the island chain and coastal waters immediately after rotation. Right side faces inland toward flat, developed lowlands with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Thousand Islands (Kepulauan Seribu) scattered across Java Sea, Jakarta Bay coastline, Tangerine-colored urban sprawl of Greater Jakarta receding inland.

What can I see when landing at City in London?

When landing at City (LCY), sit on the Right side for the best views. London City Airport's single runway (09/27) typically operates runway 27 (westbound) in prevailing westerly winds. Approach from the east means descent over the Thames estuary, Canary Wharf, and Docklands. Right-side passengers see the Thames meander, Isle of Dogs, and London's financial district skyline during final approach. Left side faces the flat Essex marshlands and open estuary with less urban definition. Notable sights include: Thames estuary and river meander, Canary Wharf and Docklands skyscrapers, Isle of Dogs peninsula, Greenwich Peninsula with Millennium Dome.

How long is the flight from Jakarta to London?

The flight from Soekarno Hatta International (CGK) to City (LCY) takes 12h 35m.

What does the Jakarta to London flight path pass over?

Suez Canal (if routed south through Egypt), Mediterranean coast near Greece or southern Italy, Alps or Pyrenees depending on routing, English Channel approach to London