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ADL → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Adelaide International Airport (Adelaide) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of Australia's arid interior, including the vast salt pans of Lake Eyre and the stunning contrast of the South China Sea during the descent.
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Gulf St Vincent
Aerial views of the Adelaide coastline and the Yorke Peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Lake Eyre (Kati Thanda)
The massive white salt crust of Australia's lowest point, often creating a shimmering mirage effect.
Great Sandy Desert
Expansive vistas of red longitudinal dunes and remote salt lakes in the heart of the outback.
Indonesian Archipelago
Scattered emerald islands and coral reefs as the flight crosses the Flores and Celebes Seas.
Macau and Zhuhai
Glittering casinos and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge during the final approach phase.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning departures to catch the soft light over the Australian desert. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some glare, but you will be rewarded with a spectacular sunset over the South China Sea as you approach Hong Kong.
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Flinders Ranges
Ancient, jagged mountain ridges that glow deep orange in the early morning light.
Arnhem Land
The rugged, remote wilderness and intricate river systems of the Northern Territory coast.
Sulawesi Volcanics
Views of the mountainous terrain and occasional volcanic peaks while passing over Indonesia.
South China Sea Shipping
Countless cargo ships anchored or in transit near one of the world's busiest maritime corridors.
Hong Kong Island
Depending on the wind direction, you may see the dense skyscrapers of Central and Victoria Peak.
The right side is generally better for avoiding direct sunlight on northbound afternoon flights. It also provides a better chance of seeing the Hong Kong skyline and the Tsing Ma Bridge if the flight is vectored for a landing from the west.
Book Hotels in Hong KongDistance: 6,876 km (4,273 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 5 min
Departure: ADL (-34.945, 138.53100600000002)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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