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FOC → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Fuzhou Changle International Airport (Fuzhou) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more scenic experience as the flight path generally follows the coastline of Southern China and Vietnam, providing views of Hainan Island and the diverse Vietnamese coastal topography.
Pearl River Delta
Vast urban landscapes of Guangdong province, including glimpses of the massive infrastructure connecting Hong Kong, Macau, and Zhuhai.
Hainan Island
The aircraft often flies directly over or adjacent to the eastern coast of Hainan, showing tropical forests and the city of Haikou.
Annamite Range
View the dramatic, cloud-shrouded mountain range that forms the spine of Vietnam as the flight crosses into Vietnamese airspace.
Central Vietnam Coastline
Spectacular views of the turquoise bays and white sand beaches near Da Nang and the rugged cliffs of the Khanh Hoa province.
Ho Chi Minh City Approach
Get a panoramic view of the dense urban sprawl of Saigon, including the iconic Landmark 81 skyscraper, just before touchdown.
The right side is superior for sunset views on afternoon flights. To avoid the harsh glare of the sun, choose this side for morning departures (FOC-SGN) to see the Vietnamese coastline clearly. In summer, keep an eye out for towering monsoon clouds over the mountains.
Taiwan Strait
Expansive views of the busy shipping lanes and the deep blue waters of the strait immediately after takeoff from Fuzhou.
Paracel Islands
Depending on the specific airway, you may spot remote coral atolls and turquoise reefs scattered in the South China Sea.
Vung Tau Peninsula
As the plane turns for its final approach, look for the coastal city of Vung Tau and the busy maritime traffic entering the Saigon River.
Mekong Delta Fringe
The intricate network of brown river distributaries and vibrant green rice paddies becomes visible during the descent into SGN.
The left side is best for sunrise views on morning flights. During the final approach into SGN, sit here if the wind is from the south to catch the sun reflecting off the winding Dong Nai River.
Distance: 2,167 km (1,347 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: FOC (25.93510055541992, 119.66300201416016)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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