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HKG → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Caucasus Mountains, the edge of the Tibetan Plateau, and favorable lighting conditions for photography on this westbound route.
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Pearl River Delta
Immediately after takeoff, view the dense urban architecture of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, and the sprawling coastline of Southern China.
Tibetan Plateau Edges
As the flight traverses Western China, look south to see the dramatic, high-altitude terrain and snow-dusted peaks of the eastern Himalayas and Sichuan basins.
Greater Caucasus Range
On the modern southern corridor, witness the stunning jagged peaks of the Caucasus, including potential views of Mount Elbrus, the highest point in Europe.
Southern Caspian Sea
Watch the transition from the arid landscapes of Central Asia to the deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Balkan Peninsula
Cross into Europe with views of the rugged Dinaric Alps and the historic landscapes of Southeast Europe as you approach the German border.
Sit on the left (Port side) to keep the sun behind or above the plane for most of the flight, minimizing glare. For night flights departing HKG, the left side offers a better view of the illuminated city skyline and Victoria Harbour during the initial climb. In winter, the snow-covered Caucasus are a major highlight roughly 8-9 hours into the flight.
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Gobi Desert & Steppes
Witness the vast, desolate beauty of the Mongolian borderlands and the endless golden grasslands of Kazakhstan.
Aral Sea Remnants
Observe the haunting and ecologically significant landscape of the receding Aral Sea basin in Central Asia.
Northern Black Sea
A wide view of the northern coastline where the vast steppes meet the dark waters of the Black Sea.
Carpathian Mountains
Aerial views of the densely forested and curved mountain range spanning across Romania and Ukraine.
Hesse Countryside
During the descent into Frankfurt, enjoy the orderly patchwork of German forests, small villages, and the Main River winding toward the airport.
The right side (Starboard) is excellent for observing the vastness of the Central Asian steppes. Be aware that on this westbound route, the right side faces north; while this provides consistent soft light, it can feel colder near the window during winter. If the flight takes a more northerly route over Siberia (less common currently), the right side is the best place to spot the Aurora Borealis during night sectors in winter months.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 9,153 km (5,687 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 46 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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