At Juanda in Surabaya: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Madura Island (northern horizon), Madura Strait, Surabaya urban sprawl (inland/left), Java coastline.

When taking off from Juanda (SUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Juanda's primary runways (10L/28R and 10R/28L) typically use eastbound departures (heading ~100°), which means climbing out over the Java Sea to the north. The right side offers views of Madura Island and the Madura Strait, while the left side faces inland toward built-up Surabaya and less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Madura Island (northern horizon), Madura Strait, Surabaya urban sprawl (inland/left), Java coastline.

When landing at Juanda (SUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Juanda's primary runway (10L/28R) aligns roughly east-west, and approaches typically come from the north or south. Right-side seats offer views of the Madura Strait and the northern coastal approach path, plus the industrial and port areas east of the airport that define the landing corridor. Notable sights include: Madura Strait (north), Surabaya's port and industrial zone (east), Gresik industrial area (northeast), mangrove wetlands and shallow coastal waters (north and east of runway).

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