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Best window seat at Miri

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Brunei coastline, South China Sea, Miri coastal plain with oil platforms

LandingRIGHT

Rajang River delta wetlands, Brunei Bay coastline to the northeast, Miri town and airfield infrastructure

🛫 Taking Off from Miri (MYY)

Best sideRight
WhyRunway 20 departures head south-southwest, placing the Brunei coastline and South China Sea to your right during initial climb. The right side also offers views of the Miri coastal plain and offshore oil/gas infrastructure that's characteristic of this region.
Look forBrunei coastline (southeast), South China Sea, Miri coastal plain with oil platforms, Sarawak interior forest (left/behind)

🛬 Landing at Miri (MYY)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 02 (northbound) means the aircraft approaches from the south with the nose pointing north-northeast. The right side offers views of the Rajang River delta and coastal features as you descend toward the runway, while the left side faces inland terrain with less distinctive visual reference.
Look forRajang River delta wetlands, Brunei Bay coastline to the northeast, Miri town and airfield infrastructure, South China Sea horizon

Miri Airport is a mid-sized regional airport serving Sarawak's northern coast, with a single terminal handling domestic flights and connections to Brunei and elsewhere in Malaysia, including a mix of scheduled and helicopter services supporting offshore oil operations.

⛰️ Elevation56 ft
🛫 Runways1 (02/20)
✈️ HubMalaysia Airlines, MASwings
📍 NearbyMUR 25 miMZV 60 miBWN 78 miLMN 78 mi

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🏙️Singapore1 route

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Miri (MYY)?

At Miri in Miri: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Brunei coastline (southeast), South China Sea, Miri coastal plain with oil platforms, Sarawak interior forest (left/behind).

What can I see during takeoff from Miri in Miri?

When taking off from Miri (MYY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Runway 20 departures head south-southwest, placing the Brunei coastline and South China Sea to your right during initial climb. The right side also offers views of the Miri coastal plain and offshore oil/gas infrastructure that's characteristic of this region. Notable sights include: Brunei coastline (southeast), South China Sea, Miri coastal plain with oil platforms, Sarawak interior forest (left/behind).

What can I see when landing at Miri in Miri?

When landing at Miri (MYY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 02 (northbound) means the aircraft approaches from the south with the nose pointing north-northeast. The right side offers views of the Rajang River delta and coastal features as you descend toward the runway, while the left side faces inland terrain with less distinctive visual reference. Notable sights include: Rajang River delta wetlands, Brunei Bay coastline to the northeast, Miri town and airfield infrastructure, South China Sea horizon.

What factors affect the best window seat at Miri?

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