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CDG → HAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the majestic snow-capped peaks of the Alps, the vast expanse of the Caspian Sea, and the dramatic northern face of the Hindu Kush and Himalayan ranges during the morning light.
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The Alps
Spectacular views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps shortly after departure from Paris.
Caspian Sea
The vast turquoise waters of the world's largest inland sea as you cross from Europe into Asia.
Hindu Kush
Stunning high-altitude peaks across Afghanistan and Northern Pakistan, often dusted in snow.
Himalayan Vistas
Distant but clear views of the world's highest mountain range along the horizon of the Tibetan Plateau.
Red River Delta
The intricate network of rivers and emerald green rice paddies as you descend into Hanoi.
For the best experience on this eastbound route, select a window seat on the left (port) side. Most CDG to HAN flights are overnight, meaning you will witness a spectacular sunrise over Central Asia. The left side avoids direct sunlight during the morning hours, making it easier to photograph the mountains of the Hindu Kush and Himalayas without glare. Check the flight path; if the route stays north of the Black Sea, the views of the Caucasus Mountains are unparalleled.
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Anatolian Plateau
The rugged and arid landscape of central Turkey with its unique geological formations.
Zagros Mountains
The massive, folded mountain ridges of Iran stretching toward the horizon.
Thar Desert
The golden sands and dunes of the Great Indian Desert visible during the middle of the flight.
Bay of Bengal
Occasional glimpses of the coastline and the vast delta of the Ganges River system.
Indochinese Jungles
Dense tropical forests and limestone karsts over Myanmar and Laos before arrival.
The right side is excellent for viewing the desert landscapes of the Middle East and the river systems of the Indian subcontinent. Be aware that this side will face the sun for much of the morning, which can make the cabin hot and the view washed out. Use a polarising filter for photos to cut through the haze over South Asia. During the monsoon season (May-October), the right side offers dramatic views of massive thunderhead clouds forming over the Bay of Bengal.
Book Hotels in HanoiDistance: 9,158 km (5,691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 46 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Route Type: International
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