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Surabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline

🛬 Landing at Surabaya (SUB)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 28 means approaching from the east and flying west, so the right side of the aircraft faces north toward Surabaya city, its port areas, and the Madura Strait with Madura Island visible across the water. The left side mostly shows flat agricultural land around Sidoarjo with only distant, hazy volcanic peaks on a clear day.
Look forSurabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline, Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to Madura
Left window seat view during landing at Surabaya (SUB), Surabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline, Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to MaduraLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Surabaya (SUB), Surabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline, Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to MaduraRight Side

Juanda International Airport has two terminals (T1 for domestic, T2 for international and some domestic flights) and serves as a key hub for East Java, handling both commercial and military traffic as it's co-located with an Indonesian naval air base.

⛰️ Elevation10 ft
🛫 Runways1 (10/28)
✈️ HubLion Air, Citilink, Wings Air
📍 NearbyMLG 39 miDHX 63 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Juanda International Airport (SUB)?

When landing at Juanda International Airport (SUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 28 means approaching from the east and flying west, so the right side of the aircraft faces north toward Surabaya city, its port areas, and the Madura Strait with Madura Island visible across the water. The left side mostly shows flat agricultural land around Sidoarjo with only distant, hazy volcanic peaks on a clear day. Notable sights include: Surabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline, Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to Madura.

What can I see when arriving at Surabaya?

Arriving at Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Surabaya city skyline and port, Madura Strait, Madura Island coastline, Suramadu Bridge connecting Java to Madura. Landing on runway 28 means approaching from the east and flying west, so the right side of the aircraft faces north toward Surabaya city, its port areas, and the Madura Strait with Madura Island visible across the water. The left side mostly shows flat agricultural land around Sidoarjo with only distant, hazy volcanic peaks on a clear day.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Juanda International Airport?

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