The right side offers the more dramatic and consistent visual story — Bali's volcanic peaks at departure and, along the largely north-south cruise track, occasional glimpses of Borneo's coastline and river deltas to the east, whereas the left side is dominated by open Java and South China Sea with less variety until final approach.
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Flight Path
Denpasar to Hong Kong is 2,148 miles (3,456 km), a flight of about 5 hours 10 minutes.
Karimata Strait, western coastline of Borneo (Kalimantan), open South China Sea, Hainan Island's southern tip in the distance
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DPS
RIGHTAs the aircraft lifts off from Denpasar and banks north toward the South China Sea, Bali's volcanic skyline sits off to the right (east) — Mount Agung and Mount Batukaru rise dramatically above the coastal plain before the plane climbs into cruise.
Landing at HKG
LEFTOn approach into Hong Kong from the south, the aircraft typically tracks past Lantau Island before lining up on the runway, giving left-side passengers a view of Lantau Peak's steep green ridges and the outer islands of the Pearl River estuary just before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Hong Kong International (HKG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Hong Kong. The right side offers the more dramatic and consistent visual story — Bali's volcanic peaks at departure and, along the largely north-south cruise track, occasional glimpses of Borneo's coastline and river deltas to the east, whereas the left side is dominated by open Java and South China Sea with less variety until final approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
During takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. As the aircraft lifts off from Denpasar and banks north toward the South China Sea, Bali's volcanic skyline sits off to the right (east) — Mount Agung and Mount Batukaru rise dramatically above the coastal plain before the plane climbs into cruise. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batukaru, Bali's southern coastline, Nusa Penida island.
What can I see when landing at Hong Kong International in Hong Kong?
When landing at Hong Kong International (HKG), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Hong Kong from the south, the aircraft typically tracks past Lantau Island before lining up on the runway, giving left-side passengers a view of Lantau Peak's steep green ridges and the outer islands of the Pearl River estuary just before touchdown. Notable sights include: Lantau Peak, Lantau Island coastline, Pearl River estuary islands, Hong Kong's outlying container port.
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Hong Kong?
The flight from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Hong Kong International (HKG) takes about 5 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,148 miles (3,456 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Denpasar to Hong Kong flight path pass over?
Karimata Strait, western coastline of Borneo (Kalimantan), open South China Sea, Hainan Island's southern tip in the distance