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BKI → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (Kota Kinabalu) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this route as it offers an incredible view of Mount Kinabalu shortly after takeoff and the iconic Hong Kong city skyline during the approach to HKG.
Mount Kinabalu
The majestic granite peaks of Borneo's highest mountain are often visible to the east shortly after departure.
Sabah Archipelagos
Clear views of the turquoise waters surrounding Gaya and Sapi islands near Kota Kinabalu.
Victoria Harbour
Depending on the wind direction, this side offers the classic 'postcard' view of Hong Kong's dense skyscraper forest.
Kowloon Peninsula
A bird's eye view of the hyper-dense residential and commercial districts of Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok.
Kwai Tsing Terminals
One of the world's busiest container ports, visible as a sea of colorful metal boxes just before landing.
The right side is the 'money shot' side for this route. To see Mount Kinabalu, look out early within the first 15 minutes of flight. For the Hong Kong approach, keep your camera ready as the plane descends past the city's iconic peaks. Afternoon flights may experience some sun glare on this side.
South China Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue waters and scattered cargo ships navigating major trade routes.
Macau Skyline
As you descend, catch a glimpse of the massive casino complexes and the Macau Tower to the west.
HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
View the world's longest sea-crossing bridge snaking across the Pearl River Delta.
Lantau Island
Aerial views of the Big Buddha statue and the lush greenery of the North Lantau Country Park.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the engineering marvels of the Pearl River Delta. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, providing better conditions for photography of the Macau coastline and the HKZM Bridge.
Distance: 1,835 km (1,140 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: BKI (5.9372100830078125, 116.0510025024414)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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