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Labuhan Bajo harbor and town, small bay islets like Kanawa and Bidadari, the Flores Sea

🛬 Landing at Labuhan Bajo (LBJ)

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WhyLanding on runway 17 means approaching from the north and flying south, with the Labuhan Bajo coastline and harbor sitting just off to the right side of the aircraft. Passengers on the right get a great view of the town, the bay dotted with small islets, and the sea stretching toward the Komodo archipelago in the distance. The left side mostly faces Flores' hilly interior, which is far less scenic.
Look forLabuhan Bajo harbor and town, small bay islets like Kanawa and Bidadari, the Flores Sea, distant silhouettes of Komodo/Rinca islands

Komodo Airport is a small but modernized single-runway airport that has seen significant terminal upgrades in recent years to accommodate growing tourism traffic to the Komodo Islands.

⛰️ Elevation69 ft
🛫 Runways1 (17/35)
📍 NearbyRTG 41 miBMU 82 miWGP 87 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Komodo Airport (LBJ)?

When landing at Komodo Airport (LBJ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 17 means approaching from the north and flying south, with the Labuhan Bajo coastline and harbor sitting just off to the right side of the aircraft. Passengers on the right get a great view of the town, the bay dotted with small islets, and the sea stretching toward the Komodo archipelago in the distance. The left side mostly faces Flores' hilly interior, which is far less scenic. Notable sights include: Labuhan Bajo harbor and town, small bay islets like Kanawa and Bidadari, the Flores Sea, distant silhouettes of Komodo/Rinca islands.

What can I see when arriving at Labuhan Bajo?

Arriving at Komodo Airport in Labuhan Bajo, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Labuhan Bajo harbor and town, small bay islets like Kanawa and Bidadari, the Flores Sea, distant silhouettes of Komodo/Rinca islands. Landing on runway 17 means approaching from the north and flying south, with the Labuhan Bajo coastline and harbor sitting just off to the right side of the aircraft. Passengers on the right get a great view of the town, the bay dotted with small islets, and the sea stretching toward the Komodo archipelago in the distance. The left side mostly faces Flores' hilly interior, which is far less scenic.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Komodo Airport?

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