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FRA → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side (Port) is generally superior for this route, offering the most dramatic views of the Caucasus Mountains and the majestic, snow-capped Tian Shan range during the transition into China.
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Caucasus Mountains
Stunning aerial views of the high-altitude peaks and glaciers between the Black and Caspian Seas.
Caspian Sea
A massive crossing over the world's largest inland body of water, often showing the northern coastline.
Tian Shan Range
Incredible vistas of the 'Celestial Mountains' with jagged peaks exceeding 7,000 meters.
Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate expanses of northern China featuring unique geological formations and salt flats.
Pearl River Delta
Dense urban sprawl of the Shenzhen and Guangzhou megalopolis as you begin your final descent.
Hong Kong Coastline
Clear views of the northern New Territories and the rugged coastline of the Sai Kung Peninsula.
Choose the left side for the best lighting conditions during the dawn hours over Central Asia. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Kyrgyzstan-China border for the most dramatic mountain photography. For the arrival into HKG, the left side often provides a broader view of the mainland's rapid urbanization.
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Anatolian Plateau
Rugged, high-altitude terrain across Turkey with ancient volcanic landscapes.
Kunlun Mountains
Massive mountain ranges bordering the northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
Sichuan Basin
Transition from high mountains to the misty, lush green valleys of central China.
Lantau Island
Close-up views of the Big Buddha statue and the mountainous terrain of Hong Kong's largest island.
HKZM Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge connecting Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Macao.
Victoria Harbour
A distant but iconic view of the Hong Kong Island skyline if approaching from the south.
The right side is ideal for the final moments of the flight. If the plane approaches from the south (Runway 07L/R), you will have a front-row seat to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and Lantau Island. This side is also better for catching glimpses of the distant Himalayas if the route stays more southerly.
Book Hotels in Hong KongDistance: 9,153 km (5,687 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 46 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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