About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bali International (DPS) to Seletar (XSP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Singapore. Right-side seats capture the dramatic volcanic topography of Bali during departure (Mount Agung and the island's ridge system) and still provide reasonable views of the Johor Strait and Singapore's approach. The takeoff views are significantly more visually distinctive than landing views on either side.
What can I see during takeoff from Bali International in Denpasar?
During takeoff from Bali International (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. DPS typically departs runway 09L/27R or 09R/27L heading northwest. Right-side seats offer views of Mount Agung and the volcanic ridge system as the aircraft climbs, plus the Bali Strait and Java's northern coast receding behind. Notable sights include: Mount Agung (3,142m, visible as a prominent peak to the north), Bali Strait (body of water separating Bali from Lombok), Java's northern coastline (appearing as a dark landmass on the horizon), Lombok island (visible as a distant landmass to the northeast).
What can I see when landing at Seletar in Singapore?
When landing at Seletar (XSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. XSP (Seletar) is located on Singapore's northern coast. Approaching from the southwest (typical routing from Bali), left-side seats provide views of the Johor Strait, Malaysia's Johor state across the water, and Singapore's northern reservoirs and urban sprawl as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Johor Strait (narrow waterway separating Singapore from Malaysia), Johor Bahru cityscape (visible on the Malaysian side), Singapore's northern water catchment reservoirs (Kranji, Peirce, and Upper Thomson reservoirs visible as large blue polygons), Seletar airfield itself (small military/civilian field with visible runway and taxiways).
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Singapore?
The flight from Bali International (DPS) to Seletar (XSP) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Denpasar to Singapore flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Java Sea heading northwest. At cruise altitude (around 35,000 feet), the Java Sea appears as open water with occasional shipping visible. The Karimata Strait (between Borneo and Sumatra) may be visible to the left depending on exact routing. As the aircraft approaches the Malacca Strait region, the coastlines of Sumatra (left/west) and Malaysia (right/east) become visible on the horizon. The flight typically passes over or near the Riau Islands before descending toward Singapore's northern approach.