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HAK → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the South China Sea islands, the iconic Macau skyline, and a front-row seat to the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge during the approach into HKG.
Wanshan Archipelago
A collection of over 100 islands scattered across the South China Sea, appearing as emerald dots in the blue water.
Macau Skyline
View the distinctive Grand Lisboa building and the Macau Tower as the flight passes the mouth of the Pearl River.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
The world's longest sea crossing, visible as a thin white line stretching across the estuary with its artificial islands.
Lantau Island
Home to the Big Buddha and mountainous terrain, visible during the final banking maneuvers into HKG.
Hong Kong Anchorage
Dozens of massive container ships anchored in the waters surrounding the airport, showcasing the city's maritime scale.
The right side is essential for the Hong Kong approach. Try to book an afternoon flight for golden-hour lighting over the bridge and Macau. Request a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting your photos of the bridge.
Haikou Cityscape
Aerial view of Haikou's urban layout and the Nandu River winding through the city shortly after takeoff.
Qiongzhou Strait
The narrow body of water separating Hainan Island from mainland China, often busy with cargo ships and ferries.
Leizhou Peninsula
The southernmost tip of the mainland with its distinct red soil and agricultural patchworks.
Pearl River Delta West
The industrial and urban sprawl of Jiangmen and Zhongshan as the plane begins its descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a better view of the mainland's rapid urbanization and the intricate river networks of the delta.
Distance: 445 km (277 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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