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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more scenic experience featuring the Pearl River Delta, the central Vietnamese coastline, and a high probability of spotting the Shwedagon Pagoda during the Yangon approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Pearl River Delta

Aerial view of the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the bustling maritime traffic of the estuary.

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Central Vietnam Coast

Clear views of the coastline near Da Nang and the Marble Mountains as the flight crosses into mainland Southeast Asia.

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Gulf of Martaban

The distinct transition from the blue Andaman Sea to the silt-heavy, tea-colored waters of the Gulf near the Irrawaddy Delta.

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Shwedagon Pagoda

The iconic golden spire of Myanmar's most sacred site is often visible on the left during the final descent into Yangon.

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Mekong River

A spectacular crossing of one of the world's longest rivers as it snakes through the border regions of Laos and Thailand.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Shwedagon Pagoda during landing. For afternoon flights, this side faces south, avoiding the harshest direct sun glare while providing beautiful golden hour lighting over the Mekong. Seats forward of the wing are recommended to keep the landscape unobstructed.

Right Side Highlights
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Lantau Island Peaks

Rugged views of Sunset Peak and Lantau Peak immediately after takeoff from HKG.

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Annamite Range

The dense, evergreen forests and mist-covered mountains spanning the border of Vietnam and Laos.

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Khorat Plateau

The vast agricultural patchworks and rural landscapes of Northeastern Thailand.

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Bago Yoma

The low mountain range between the Irrawaddy and Sittaung rivers as you enter Myanmar airspace.

The right side is excellent for viewing the mountainous terrain of northern Laos and Thailand. If the flight departs HKG to the west, you will get a great look at the airport's massive infrastructure and the northern coastline of Lantau. Be aware that during the afternoon, this side will face the direct sun, which can make photography difficult due to window glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,955 km (1,215 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min

Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Arrival: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)

Route Type: International

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