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DAD → REP
Which side of the plane to sit from Da Nang International Airport (Danang) to Siem Reap International Airport (Siem-reap)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks of this route, including the Da Nang coastline, the Mekong River crossing, and the vast expanse of the Tonle Sap lake on approach.
Da Nang Coastline
Aerial views of the Dragon Bridge, the Han River, and the crescent-shaped coastline immediately after takeoff.
Marble Mountains
Five limestone peaks rising abruptly from the coastal plain just south of the city center.
Mekong River Crossing
A majestic view of the winding Mekong River as it flows through the border regions of Laos and Cambodia.
Tonle Sap Lake
The 'Great Lake' of Cambodia appears on the descent, showing its unique muddy waters and floating villages.
Cambodian Lowlands
Intricate patchworks of rice paddies and rural irrigation canals that define the Cambodian heartland.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Tonle Sap Lake during the final approach into Siem Reap. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the harsh afternoon glare reflecting off the water. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from DAD for views of the Marble Mountains.
Annamite Range
Rugged, jungle-clad mountains forming the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.
Virachey National Park
Vast stretches of dense, undisturbed rainforest in the remote northeastern corner of Cambodia.
Angkor Archaeological Park
On clear days, the massive forested footprint of the Angkor temple complex is visible to the north during descent.
Mountain Cloud Formations
Dramatic clouds often cling to the peaks of the Central Highlands and the Truong Son range.
The right side is better for viewing the high peaks of the Annamite Range. If the aircraft approaches Siem Reap from the north, you may catch a glimpse of the Angkor Wat temple spires, though they often appear as small silhouettes in the vast forest canopy.
Distance: 555 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: DAD (16.043899536132812, 108.1989974975586)
Arrival: REP (13.410699844400003, 103.81300354)
Route Type: International
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