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HKG â CMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of architectural marvels at takeoff, such as the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, followed by diverse inland landscapes across Indochina including Vietnam's highlands and Cambodia's massive Tonle Sap lake.
Lantau Island
Close-up views of the Big Buddha and the lush greenery of Lantau North Country Park immediately after takeoff.
HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the Pearl River Delta as you head southwest.
Central Highlands
The rugged, misty mountains and dense forests of Vietnam's interior provide a dramatic landscape mid-flight.
Tonle Sap Lake
Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake is visible as a massive shimmering body of water in Cambodia.
Andaman Sea
Scenic views of remote islands and coral reefs as the flight crosses from Thailand toward the Bay of Bengal.
Sri Lankan Interior
Distant views of the lush green peaks and tea plantations of the Central Highlands upon arrival.
Sit on the right for the best views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau bridge during takeoff. For mid-flight interest, keep your camera ready over Cambodia to capture the scale of Tonle Sap. Opt for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the afternoon sun coming from the south.
Hong Kong Island
Glimpse the dense skyscrapers and Victoria Peak shortly after departure from HKG depending on takeoff direction.
South China Sea
Expansive views of busy shipping lanes and remote coral atolls during the first phase of the flight.
Da Nang Coast
The scenic coastline of Central Vietnam, including the Son Tra Peninsula and marble mountains.
Gulf of Thailand
Sparkling turquoise waters and small fishing fleets as you cross toward the Malay Peninsula.
Negombo Lagoon
A stunning view of the vast lagoon and coastal Sri Lanka during the final descent into CMB.
Choose the left side for sunset views on afternoon flights, as the sun will be on the opposite side of the aircraft. It is also the preferred side for coastal shots of the Negombo shoreline if the plane approaches Colombo from the north.
Distance: 4,012 km (2,493 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 43 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Route Type: International
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