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HKG → CNX
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is favored for its iconic views of the Mekong River crossing and the scenic approach into Chiang Mai, which often passes right by the famous Doi Suthep mountain.
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Lantau Island
Dramatic views of the peaks and Big Buddha on Lantau right after takeoff from HKG.
South China Sea
Vast blue horizons and the busy shipping lanes of the Guangdong coast.
Annamite Mountains
Lush, jungle-clad peaks along the border regions of Vietnam and Laos.
The Mekong
A stunning view of the winding Mekong River, marking the transition into the Indochinese peninsula.
Doi Suthep
The golden Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple is often visible on the mountain slope during final descent.
Choose an 'A' seat for the best perspective. For evening flights, the sunset over the mountains of Laos and Thailand can be spectacular on this side. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes before landing for the Mekong crossing.
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Pearl River Delta
Overview of the massive infrastructure and bridges connecting HKG, Zhuhai, and Macau.
Guangxi Karst
Unique 'gumdrop' limestone mountain formations typical of Southern China.
Laos Highlands
Rugged, remote mountain terrain and hidden valleys in Northern Laos.
Nam Ngum Basin
Large reservoirs and river systems feeding into the Mekong basin.
Chiang Mai Valley
The sprawling city layout nestled within the surrounding mountain bowl.
Sit on the right for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is superior for observing the geological transition from the coastal plains to the high-altitude plateaus of inland Southeast Asia.
Book Hotels in Chiang MaiDistance: 1,605 km (997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: CNX (18.7667999268, 98.962600708)
Route Type: International
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