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CTU → SIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu) to Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides superior views of the Indochinese mountain ranges, the winding Mekong River, and the lush terrain of the Malay Peninsula, ending with a potential view of the Singapore skyline.
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Yunnan Karst
Spectacular limestone formations and deep river valleys visible during the first hour of flight.
Mekong River
Multiple sightings of the iconic Mekong River as it winds through the borders of Laos and Thailand.
Gulf of Thailand
Glimpses of the blue waters and coastal patterns along the Thai-Malay border region.
Kuala Lumpur Vicinity
On clear days, the urban sprawl and distant skyscrapers of the Malaysian capital may be visible to the west.
Johor Strait
The narrow waterway separating Malaysia and Singapore, seen clearly during the standard northern approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the mountains of Southeast Asia. To avoid the wing obstructing your view of the Mekong River, choose a seat in the front third or the very back of the cabin (avoid rows 15-28 on most narrow-body aircraft).
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Sichuan Foothills
Rugged mountain terrain transitioning out of the Chengdu basin shortly after departure.
Vietnam Coastline
Distant views of the central Vietnamese coast and the sparkling South China Sea.
Singapore Anchorage
A breathtaking view of hundreds of cargo ships waiting in the Singapore Strait during the final approach.
Pulau Ubin
The green, rustic island of Singapore visible just before touching down at Changi Airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the sea. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes for the massive fleet of container ships anchored in the strait, which is particularly stunning when lit up at night.
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Get eSIMs for SingaporeDistance: 3,250 km (2,019 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Arrival: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Route Type: International
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