BPN

When landing at Sepinggan (BPN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 25, you approach from the northeast and touch down heading southwest, with the city of Balikpapan and its coastline along the Makassar Strait falling on the left side of the aircraft. Right-side passengers mostly see forested and palm plantation terrain inland, while the left offers the coastal city, port facilities, and glimpses of Balikpapan Bay as you turn onto final. Notable sights include: Balikpapan city coastline, Makassar Strait, Balikpapan Bay, Pertamina oil refinery complex near the shore.

Arriving at Sepinggan in Balikpapan, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Balikpapan city coastline, Makassar Strait, Balikpapan Bay, Pertamina oil refinery complex near the shore. Landing on runway 25, you approach from the northeast and touch down heading southwest, with the city of Balikpapan and its coastline along the Makassar Strait falling on the left side of the aircraft. Right-side passengers mostly see forested and palm plantation terrain inland, while the left offers the coastal city, port facilities, and glimpses of Balikpapan Bay as you turn onto final.

The best window seat landing at Sepinggan (BPN) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Balikpapan (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.