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HKG → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Pearl River Delta upon departure, the dramatic mountain ranges of Central Asia, and the breathtaking approach over the Baltic Sea and the Helsinki Archipelago.
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Pearl River Delta
A stunning view of the illuminated skyscrapers of Hong Kong, Macau, and Shenzhen immediately after takeoff.
Tian Shan Mountains
Dramatic views of the 'Heavenly Mountains' with snow-capped peaks and deep valleys in Central Asia.
Caspian Sea Coast
The vast turquoise waters of the world's largest inland body of water visible during the mid-flight transit.
Caucasus Mountains
Jagged peaks including the distant silhouette of Mount Elbrus if the flight takes a southerly detour.
Baltic Sea
Scenic coastline views of the Baltic states and the transition from sea to the Nordic landscape.
Helsinki Archipelago
A beautiful final approach over thousands of small islands and rocky outcrops dotting the Finnish coast.
For the best experience on this westbound flight, choose the left side to avoid direct glare from the sun during the day while enjoying the golden hour over Europe. On night departures, the left side provides better views of the brightly lit coastal cities of China. During winter, look for the unique patterns of sea ice in the Baltic Sea as you descend into Helsinki.
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Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the Mongolian plateau and the northern reaches of the Gobi.
Altai Mountains
Stunning views of the crossroads where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet.
Siberian Taiga
An endless carpet of dense coniferous forests stretching toward the northern horizon.
Lake Ladoga
The largest lake in Europe, often seen just before crossing into Finnish airspace from the east.
Finnish Lakeland
The iconic 'land of a thousand lakes' landscape as the plane enters Finland.
The right side is excellent for viewing the vast, uninhabited expanses of the northern Eurasian landmass. If the flight path takes a northern 'Polar' route to avoid restricted airspace, keep your eyes peeled for the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) during winter night flights, as the right side faces the magnetic north.
Book Hotels in HelsinkiDistance: 7,810 km (4,853 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 11 min
Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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