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HKG → AKL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Auckland International Airport (Auckland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the prime choice for this route, offering a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and the most scenic approach into Auckland, showcasing the islands of the Hauraki Gulf and the Coromandel Peninsula.
Victoria Harbour
Breathtaking views of Hong Kong Island and Lamma Island immediately following a southern departure from HKG.
Philippine Archipelago
Gliding past the eastern coastline of Luzon and Mindanao, featuring emerald green islands and deep blue trenches.
Equatorial Sunrise
On the typical overnight schedule, the left side witnesses a vivid sunrise over the vast Pacific horizon.
Coral Sea
Views of the shimmering waters northeast of Australia, often catching the morning light reflecting off the ocean.
Hauraki Gulf
The final descent offers stunning views of Rangitoto Island, Waiheke Island, and the white sand beaches of the North Island.
Book a seat in front of the wing to capture the sunrise without engine glare. Since most flights depart HKG around midnight, the left side is essential for seeing the dawn. During the Auckland arrival, the left side usually provides the best view of the city skyline if the plane approaches from the north.
Macau & Delta
Panoramic views of the Pearl River Delta and the world's longest sea-crossing bridge shortly after takeoff.
Borneo & Celebes
Depending on the specific airway, views of the dense rainforests of Kalimantan and the rugged peaks of Sulawesi.
Australian Outback
Aerial perspective of the arid red landscapes of the Northern Territory and Western Queensland.
Waitakere Ranges
As you approach Auckland, the right side often sees the dramatic black sand beaches of Piha and the rugged west coast forest.
The right side is excellent for observing the unique geography of the Indonesian islands during the middle of the flight if there is moonlight. On the approach to AKL, if the wind is from the west, the right side may offer a better view of the Manukau Harbour and the Tasman Sea coastline.
Distance: 9,170 km (5,698 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 47 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: AKL (-37.0080986023, 174.792007446)
Route Type: International
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