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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Central Vietnam coastline, the South China Sea, and a stunning approach into Cam Ranh Bay.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Red River Delta

Aerial views of the intricate river networks and rice paddies as you exit the Hanoi region.

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Da Nang Cityscape

Panoramic views of the Han River, the Dragon Bridge, and the high-rise skyline along the coast.

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Son Tra Peninsula

A lush green mountain jutting into the sea, known as Monkey Mountain, located just north of Da Nang.

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Cu Lao Cham

The beautiful Cham Islands archipelago visible off the coast of Hoi An with turquoise waters.

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Cam Ranh Bay

An incredible view of the deep-water bay and the winding coastline during the final descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the illuminated coastline without the direct glare of the afternoon sun. This side is superior for the approach into Cam Ranh, as the plane often banks over the water, providing a full view of the peninsula and the turquoise lagoons. During the rainy season (October-December), expect more cloud cover over the coast.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Ninh Binh Karst

Spot the dramatic limestone formations of 'Ha Long Bay on Land' shortly after takeoff from Hanoi.

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Truong Son Mountains

The rugged Annamite Range that forms the backbone of Vietnam, stretching along the border with Laos.

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Hue Imperial City

On clear days, you can spot the Perfume River and the layout of the ancient citadel from high above.

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Central Highland Plateaus

Views of the rolling hills and dense forests of the Tay Nguyen region as you fly south.

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Mountain Sunsets

The right side provides a front-row seat to spectacular sunsets over the mountain ridges during late afternoon flights.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sun setting over the Truong Son mountain range. Look out early in the flight for the karst topography of Ninh Binh, which is a significant geographic highlight. Be aware that haze over the mountains can sometimes obscure distant views during the dry season (February-August).

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Route Information

Distance: 1,088 km (676 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min

Departure: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)

Arrival: CXR (11.99820041656494, 109.21900177001952)

Route Type: Domestic

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