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DLI โ†’ HAN

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior visual experience, combining the dramatic coastline of Central Vietnam with the intricate, winding waterways of the Red River Delta during the descent into Hanoi.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Coastline

Views of the South China Sea and the white sandy beaches near Quy Nhon and Da Nang.

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Da Nang & Son Tra

The urban sprawl of Da Nang city and the lush green projection of the Son Tra Peninsula.

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Tam Giang Lagoon

One of Southeast Asia's largest lagoon systems near Hue, identifiable by its unique shimmering water patterns.

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Red River Delta

A stunning patchwork of emerald green rice paddies and complex irrigation canals as you approach Hanoi.

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Hanoi Outskirts

The high-density architecture and winding Red River as the flight lines up for the final approach to Noi Bai.

The right side is best for morning flights to see the sunlight reflecting off the sea. During the descent into HAN, watch for the drastic change from coastal plains to the intense agricultural geometry of the delta. Seats forward of the wing are recommended to avoid engine exhaust blurring the intricate details of the rice fields.

Left Side Highlights
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Lรขm ฤแป“ng Highlands

Aerial views of the misty pine forests and rolling hills immediately surrounding Dalat.

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Truong Son Mountains

The rugged spine of Vietnam, featuring dense jungle and sharp ridgelines stretching toward the Laos border.

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Ngoc Linh Massif

Glimpses of some of the highest peaks in the Central Highlands, often shrouded in cloud.

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Coffee Plantations

Geometric patterns of coffee and rubber estates visible in the Kon Tum and Gia Lai provinces.

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Hydroelectric Reservoirs

Deep blue water catchments nestled between the mountain valleys of north-central Vietnam.

Choose the left side for late afternoon flights to witness the sun setting behind the Truong Son mountain range. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from DLI to capture the iconic Dalat greenhouse landscapes and pine valleys before the plane reaches cruising altitude.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,088 km (676 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min

Departure: DLI (11.75, 108.366997)

Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)

Route Type: Domestic

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