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HAN → TBB
Which side of the plane to sit from Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) to Dong Tac Airport (Tuy Hoa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning continuous panorama of Vietnam's central coastline, featuring the intersection of the Annamite Range and the East Sea, including major bays and the city of Da Nang.
Red River Delta
Intricate patchwork of rice paddies and winding river distributaries immediately after takeoff from Hanoi.
Central Coastline
Dramatic views where the mountains meet the turquoise waters of the East Sea, stretching from Hue down to Tuy Hoa.
Da Nang & Son Tra
Aerial perspective of the Han River bridges, Marble Mountains, and the lush Son Tra Peninsula.
Cu Lao Cham
The cluster of islands off the coast of Hoi An visible as dark green gems in the deep blue sea.
Tam Giang Lagoon
The largest lagoon system in Southeast Asia, appearing as a massive glassy mirror near Hue.
Quy Nhon Bays
Spectacular crescent-shaped bays and rugged cliffs as the plane begins its descent into Phu Yen province.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the ocean. This side provides the best view of the coastline and the major urban centers like Hue and Da Nang. Look out for the Van Phong Bay area just before landing, which is one of the most beautiful natural harbors in Vietnam.
Truong Son Mountains
The backbone of Vietnam, featuring rugged peaks, deep valleys, and dense tropical rainforest cover.
Hydropower Lakes
Sparkling blue reservoirs like the Ban Chat or specialized dams nestled deep within the mountain folds.
Ho Chi Minh Highway
The legendary road snaking through the mountains, visible as a thin grey line through the jungle canopy.
Central Highlands Fringe
The transition from high peaks to the rolling plateaus known for coffee and rubber plantations.
Phong Nha-Ke Bang
Distant views of the massive limestone karst formations of the world-famous national park region.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Annamite Range. While the terrain is less varied than the coast, it offers a sense of the vast, untouched wilderness of the inland border regions. It is often less hazy than the coastal side during the peak of summer.
Distance: 983 km (611 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Arrival: TBB (13.0495996475, 109.333999634)
Route Type: Domestic
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