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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides the most dramatic scenery, featuring the vast turquoise waters of the Hoa Binh Reservoir and the distinctive Ba Vi mountain peaks during the descent into Hanoi.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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Hoa Binh Reservoir

A massive, winding reservoir with countless islands, often called 'Ha Long Bay on the mountain'.

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Ba Vi Massif

Three prominent peaks rising sharply from the plains, serving as a landmark for the approach into Hanoi.

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Song Da (Black River)

The deep, blue-green curves of the Black River as it carves through the limestone karst mountains.

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Hanoi Cityscape

Panoramic views of the capital's expansion, including the Red River bridges and urban sprawl near Noi Bai.

The right side is the clear winner for landmark viewing. Keep your camera ready mid-flight for the reservoir and about 15 minutes before landing for the Ba Vi peaks. Late afternoon flights offer a beautiful golden hour glow over the water features.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Muong Thanh Valley

Aerial perspective of the historic Dien Bien Phu battlefield and its surrounding agricultural patchwork upon takeoff.

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Hoang Lien Son Range

Vast views of Vietnam's highest mountain range extending toward the northern horizon.

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Red River Delta

The transition from rugged highland terrain to the emerald green rice paddies of the northern plains.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look out immediately after departure to spot the historic monuments and the layout of the Dien Bien Phu basin.

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Route Information

Distance: 291 km (181 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: DIN (21.3974990845, 103.008003235)

Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)

Route Type: Domestic

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