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AUH โ SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning tropical archipelagos of the Andaman Sea and a front-row seat to the intricate patterns of the Mekong Delta during the final descent into Ho Chi Minh City.
Gulf of Oman
Scenic coastal views of the Omani coastline and the deep blue waters of the Arabian Sea.
Malabar Coast
The palm-fringed southern coastline of India as the flight transitions toward the Bay of Bengal.
Andaman Islands
A chain of tropical islands with vibrant coral reefs visible in clear daylight conditions.
Gulf of Thailand
High-altitude views of shipping lanes and remote islands in the turquoise waters south of Thailand.
Mekong Delta
The spectacular 'Nine Dragons' river system of Vietnam with its patchwork of rice paddies and winding canals.
SGN Urban Approach
Sweeping views of the Saigon River and the dense urban sprawl of Ho Chi Minh City on final approach.
The Right Side is highly recommended for the arrival phase into SGN. To see the Andaman Islands and the Mekong Delta clearly, book a daytime flight. During the descent into Vietnam, the right side typically offers the most iconic views of the winding river systems. Seat yourself ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Delta's geography.
Empty Quarter Edge
Glimpses of the vast Arabian desert sands shortly after departure from Abu Dhabi.
Western Ghats
The lush, rugged mountain range on India's western coast provides dramatic textures during the crossing.
Indian Urban Hubs
Bird's eye views of sprawling cities like Hyderabad or Chennai depending on the specific airway used.
Tenasserim Hills
The forested mountain range forming the natural border between Myanmar and Thailand.
Tonle Sap
The massive freshwater lake in Cambodia is often visible to the north during the final cruise segment.
For the best views of the Indian subcontinent's topography, monitor the flight path early in the journey. If traveling during the monsoon season (JuneโSeptember), expect heavy cloud cover over India and Southeast Asia. Night flights on this side are excellent for spotting the dense light clusters of India's major tech hubs.
Distance: 5,680 km (3,529 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 41 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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