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CNS → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Cairns International Airport (Cairns) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Great Barrier Reef immediately after takeoff from Cairns, followed by scenic vistas of the Philippine archipelago and a potential view of the Hong Kong skyline during the approach.
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Great Barrier Reef
Spectacular turquoise coral formations and sand cays immediately north of Cairns.
Halmahera Islands
Remote and pristine volcanic islands located in the North Maluku province of Indonesia.
Mount Mayon
The world-famous near-perfect volcanic cone in the Philippines' Bicol Region.
Victoria Harbour
A sweeping view of the Hong Kong Island skyline and Kowloon if landing from the east.
Tsing Ma Bridge
One of the world's longest suspension bridges visible during the final minutes of flight.
The Great Barrier Reef view is best enjoyed within the first 20 minutes of flight; ensure your window is clean. For the best arrival views, monitor the wind direction: an arrival from the east (Runway 25) offers the iconic city skyline view to the right.
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Cape York Peninsula
Aerial views of the rugged northernmost wilderness of Australia's Queensland coast.
Sulawesi Peaks
The mountainous terrain and dense tropical forests of central Indonesia.
South China Sea
Strategic shipping lanes and remote atolls scattered across the vast blue expanse.
Macau Peninsula
The dense urban cluster and iconic casinos of Macau visible during the descent.
Lantau Island
The lush green ridges of Lantau and the Big Buddha statue on the approach to HKG.
Choose the left side for better sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. During the final approach into Hong Kong, this side often provides a clear view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the southern islands.
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Get eSIMs for Hong KongDistance: 5,568 km (3,460 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 33 min
Departure: CNS (-16.885799408, 145.755004883)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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