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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the Mekong Delta's major river branches as they meet the sea, followed by a stunning aerial view of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline and the Cần Giờ mangrove forests during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
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East Sea Coastline

Vistas of the South China Sea coastline and the dramatic mouths of the Mekong River emptying into the ocean.

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Mekong Mega-Bridges

Aerial views of engineering marvels like the Cần Thơ Bridge and Mỹ Thuận Bridge spanning the massive river branches.

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Cần Giờ Biosphere

The lush, dark green expanse of the Cần Giờ mangrove forest, known as the 'green lungs' of Ho Chi Minh City.

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Soài Rạp Shipping Lane

Large cargo vessels and tankers navigating the deep-water channels toward the busy ports of HCMC.

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HCMC Skyline

Iconic landmarks including Landmark 81 and the Bitexco Financial Tower during the final approach into SGN.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the delta. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight; the plane often banks over the Đồng Nai river, providing a panoramic view of the entire Ho Chi Minh City metropolitan area. Avoid seats directly over the wing to maintain a clear view of the river junctions.

Left Side Highlights
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U Minh Hạ Wetlands

Dense cajeput forests and peatlands of the U Minh Hạ National Park shortly after takeoff from Cà Mau.

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Endless Rice Paddies

A patchwork quilt of vibrant green and gold rice fields that define the agricultural heart of southern Vietnam.

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Canal Networks

Intricate, vein-like waterway systems that serve as the primary transport routes for rural Mekong communities.

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Vĩnh Long Suburbs

Densely packed residential clusters along the riverbanks as the flight heads north toward the capital.

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Western Horizon

Excellent views of the sunset over the Gulf of Thailand side of the peninsula during late afternoon flights.

Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy the sunset reflecting off the flooded rice fields. Look closely to spot the unique architecture of Khmer pagodas dotting the landscape in the Sóc Trăng and Trà Vinh regions. This side is typically calmer with less direct glare during the morning.

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Route Information

Distance: 244 km (152 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 24 min

Departure: CAH (9.177667, 105.177778)

Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)

Route Type: Domestic

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