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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most scenic views of the Vietnamese coastline and the spectacular sight of hundreds of cargo ships anchored in the Singapore Strait during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Xiang River

Aerial view of the massive river winding through Changsha immediately after takeoff.

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Da Nang Coastline

Stunning views of the Son Tra Peninsula and the white sandy beaches of Central Vietnam.

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Nha Trang Bay

Clear turquoise waters and the luxury resort islands of southern Vietnam's coast.

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Singapore Strait

A unique view of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with thousands of vessels.

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Changi Approach

Beautiful views of Pulau Tekong and the lush greenery of eastern Singapore before touchdown.

Book a window seat on the left (Port side) for daytime flights to avoid direct glare from the afternoon sun while enjoying the Vietnamese coast. This side is consistently better for the 'ship cemetery' view near Singapore, which is particularly mesmerizing at night when the ships are illuminated.

Right Side Highlights
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Nanling Mountains

The rugged and often cloud-shrouded mountain ranges of Southern China.

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Mekong Delta

The intricate network of brown rivers and bright green rice paddies in Southern Vietnam.

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Gulf of Tonkin

Watch the transition from the Chinese landmass to the vast South China Sea.

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Johor Bahru

The dense urban landscape of Malaysia's southern gateway just before crossing the border.

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Marina Bay Sands

On specific westerly landing patterns, you can spot the iconic Singapore skyline in the distance.

The right side is ideal if you are interested in the inland geography of Indochina. If the flight arrives from the west over the Malacca Strait, this side provides a better view of the Singapore city center and the Marina Bay area during the descent. Be aware of the strong western sun on afternoon flights.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,141 km (1,952 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 42 min

Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)

Arrival: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)

Route Type: International

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