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The volcanic island east of Bali is dominated by Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second-highest volcano. The crater lake Segara Anak inside the caldera and turquoise Gili islands are striking from the air.
22Flight Routes
OverheadClosest Pass
🌋 IslandType
Routes that pass it22
AKL → QPG
Both Sides
QPG → AKL
Both Sides
AKL → XSP
Both Sides
XSP → AKL
Both Sides
AKL → SIN
Both Sides
SIN → AKL
Both Sides
AMI → CGK
Right
CGK → AMI
Left
DPS → LBJ
Left
LBJ → DPS
Right
LOP → SIN
Right
SIN → LOP
Left
CGK → LOP
Left
LOP → CGK
Right
BBI → SYD
Right
SYD → BBI
Left
LHR → MEL
Left
MEL → LHR
Right
AKL → KUL
Right
KUL → AKL
Left
HKT → SYD
Left
SYD → HKT
Right
Tip: Visibility depends on cloud cover, time of day, and how close the flight path comes. Sit on the listed side for the best chance of a view. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you see Lombok from a plane?
Yes — 22 flight routes pass within 40 km of Lombok. The closest routes include Auckland to Paya Lebar, Paya Lebar to Auckland, Auckland to Singapore. The landmark is visible from both sides, passing directly overhead.
Which side of the plane is best for viewing Lombok?
The best side varies by route. For the most common routes near Lombok: on a Auckland to Paya Lebar flight, visible from both sides; on a Paya Lebar to Auckland flight, visible from both sides; on a Auckland to Singapore flight, visible from both sides.