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HKG → RGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong) to Yangon International Airport (Yangon)?
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.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial view of the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and the bustling maritime traffic of the estuary.
Central Vietnam Coast
Clear views of the coastline near Da Nang and the Marble Mountains as the flight crosses into mainland Southeast Asia.
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.
Shwedagon Pagoda
The iconic golden spire of Myanmar's most sacred site is often visible on the left during the final descent into Yangon.
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.
Lantau Island Peaks
Rugged views of Sunset Peak and Lantau Peak immediately after takeoff from HKG.
Annamite Range
The dense, evergreen forests and mist-covered mountains spanning the border of Vietnam and Laos.
Khorat Plateau
The vast agricultural patchworks and rural landscapes of Northeastern Thailand.
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.
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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