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8.4

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior view of Vietnam's rugged interior, featuring the continuous mountain ranges of the Truong Son and the iconic limestone peaks of the Ninh Binh region before landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Truong Son Mountains

Rugged ridges and deep valleys of the Annamite Range visible for the majority of the flight duration.

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Central Highlands

The lush plateau scenery and coffee plantations surrounding Buon Ma Thuot visible during the initial climb.

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Ninh Binh Karsts

Dramatic 'Halong Bay on land' limestone formations as the aircraft begins its descent into the northern plains.

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Da River Basin

Glimpses of the winding river systems and reservoirs cutting through the northern highland terrain.

This side is spectacular during late afternoon flights for mountain silhouettes against the sunset. Look out for the sharp transition from dense mountain forests to jagged limestone towers approximately 25-30 minutes before arrival. Avoid this side on early morning flights if you prefer to avoid direct sunlight.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Coastline

Distant views of the turquoise East Sea and the sandy fringes of the Vietnamese coast.

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Coastal Cities

The sprawling layouts of Da Nang and Hue are often visible in the distance on clear days.

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Red River Delta

A stunning aerial view of the geometric rice paddies and vast irrigation networks that define northern Vietnam's agriculture.

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Hanoi Urban Sprawl

The dense cityscape and industrial development of the northern capital as the plane aligns for Noi Bai.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to view the coastline with the sun behind the aircraft. It offers the most detailed perspective of the intricate Red River Delta waterway system during the final 15 minutes of the flight. Sit here if you want to see the density of northern Vietnam's suburban growth.

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Route Information

Distance: 982 km (610 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: BMV (12.668299675, 108.120002747)

Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)

Route Type: Domestic

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