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CNX → MFM
Which side of the plane to sit from Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai) to Macau International Airport (Macau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the winding Mekong River and a prime angle for the spectacular casino skyline of Macau during the descent.
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Mekong River
The winding path of Southeast Asia's longest river as it cuts through the Lao highlands.
Karst Peaks
Iconic limestone mountain formations characteristic of the Indochina region.
Gulf of Tonkin
Bustling maritime activity and coastal transitions into the South China Sea.
Cotai Strip
A dazzling aerial view of Macau's world-famous casino resorts during the landing pattern.
Pearl River Delta
A dense network of shipping lanes and mega-infrastructure projects near the airport.
The right side is highly recommended for the landing at MFM. It typically faces the Cotai Strip casinos and the Zhuhai coastline during the standard approach. For the best photos, choose a seat forward of the wing and aim for a daytime arrival.
Book Hotels in MacauDoi Suthep-Pui
Lush mountain peak view immediately after departure from Chiang Mai.
Luang Prabang Range
Rugged, forested ridges spanning the highland borders of Thailand and Laos.
Hanoi & Red River
A sweeping view of the massive Red River Delta and the urban sprawl of Northern Vietnam.
HZMB Bridge
The northern span of the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge visible near the end.
Select the left side for mountain views and the urban landscape of Hanoi. To avoid harsh sunlight, early morning flights are best as the plane travels east.
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Get eSIMs for MacauDistance: 1,569 km (975 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: CNX (18.7667999268, 98.962600708)
Arrival: MFM (22.149599, 113.592003)
Route Type: International
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