While takeoff offers good strait views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides the more dramatic and geographically significant view—Mount Agung is one of Southeast Asia's most recognizable landmarks and dominates the approach to Bali. The left side captures the volcanic character of the destination.
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Flight Path
Taipei to Denpasar is 2,373 miles (3,818 km), a flight of about 5 hours 5 minutes.
The flight path crosses the South China Sea heading southwest, passing east of the Philippines (Luzon and Visayas remain to the west, not visible). The aircraft maintains altitude over open ocean for most of the journey. As the flight approaches Bali, the Sunda Strait region becomes relevant geographically, though the direct routing typically passes east of Java. The Lombok Strait and the volcanic arc of eastern Indonesia become visible during the final descent phase.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from TPE
RIGHTTPE typically departs runway 05L/05R (northeast heading). Right-side seats face the Taiwan Strait and northern Taiwan's coastline during initial climb, with clear views of the Taipei Basin and coastal geography before the aircraft turns south toward Bali.
Landing at DPS
LEFTDPS uses runway 09L/09R (east-west orientation). Approach from the north typically uses runway 09L (westbound landing). Left-side seats provide direct views of Mount Agung (Bali's iconic volcano, 10,308 ft) and the interior highlands during descent, plus the Bali coastline and Lombok Strait to the north.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Taipei to Denpasar. While takeoff offers good strait views on the right, the landing approach on the left provides the more dramatic and geographically significant view—Mount Agung is one of Southeast Asia's most recognizable landmarks and dominates the approach to Bali. The left side captures the volcanic character of the destination.
What can I see during takeoff from Chiang Kai Shek International in Taipei?
During takeoff from Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE), sit on the Right side for the best views. TPE typically departs runway 05L/05R (northeast heading). Right-side seats face the Taiwan Strait and northern Taiwan's coastline during initial climb, with clear views of the Taipei Basin and coastal geography before the aircraft turns south toward Bali. Notable sights include: Taipei Basin urban sprawl, Taiwan Strait (Formosa Strait), northern Taiwan coastline near Keelung, Yangmingshan volcanic plateau to the west.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Left side for the best views. DPS uses runway 09L/09R (east-west orientation). Approach from the north typically uses runway 09L (westbound landing). Left-side seats provide direct views of Mount Agung (Bali's iconic volcano, 10,308 ft) and the interior highlands during descent, plus the Bali coastline and Lombok Strait to the north. Notable sights include: Mount Agung volcano, Bali's interior highlands and rice terraces, Lombok Strait, Bali coastline near Sanur.
How long is the flight from Taipei to Denpasar?
The flight from Chiang Kai Shek International (TPE) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes about 5 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,373 miles (3,818 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Taipei to Denpasar flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the South China Sea heading southwest, passing east of the Philippines (Luzon and Visayas remain to the west, not visible). The aircraft maintains altitude over open ocean for most of the journey. As the flight approaches Bali, the Sunda Strait region becomes relevant geographically, though the direct routing typically passes east of Java. The Lombok Strait and the volcanic arc of eastern Indonesia become visible during the final descent phase.