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HAN → VTE
Which side of the plane to sit from Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi) to Wattay International Airport (Vientiane)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Da River reservoir and the undulating karst topography of Northern Laos, followed by a panoramic approach into Vientiane along the Mekong.
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Da River Reservoir
The massive, turquoise waters of the Hoa Binh hydroelectric dam snaking through the mountains.
Moc Chau Plateau
Rolling green hills known for tea plantations, often shrouded in a picturesque morning mist.
Laotian Highlands
Continuous waves of misty mountain peaks that define the landscape of Northern Laos.
Phou Khao Khouay
The 'Mountain of Horned Buffalo' National Protected Area, featuring sandstone cliffs and waterfalls.
Vientiane Cityscape
A clear view of the Pha That Luang golden stupa and Patuxay Monument during the final approach.
The right side is superior for landmarks. Shortly after takeoff from HAN, look for the Da River's massive reservoir. During landing at VTE, this side typically offers the best view of the Mekong River bordering Thailand and the Vientiane city center. Morning flights offer the most dramatic lighting over the mountain mist.
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Hanoi Outskirts
Aerial views of the Red River Delta's intricate canal systems and rapidly expanding urban industrial zones.
Annamite Range
The rugged spine of the Truong Son mountains marking the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.
Pu Mat Region
Dense tropical rainforest canopies of the biodiversity-rich border provinces.
Nam Ngum Tributaries
Winding silver rivers cutting through the deep green valleys of central Laos.
Mekong Horizon
The wide expanse of the Mekong River valley appearing on the horizon during the final descent.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. This side provides a great perspective of the transition from the flat Vietnamese delta to the steep Laotian highlands. Keep your eyes peeled for the sharp limestone ridges common in this region.
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Get eSIMs for LaosDistance: 495 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Arrival: VTE (17.988300323500003, 102.56300354)
Route Type: International
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