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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most iconic views, featuring the Hong Kong Island skyline shortly after takeoff and the dense urban landscape of Ho Chi Minh City including Landmark 81 on the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Victoria Harbour

Unmatched views of the Hong Kong Island skyscrapers and Kowloon peninsula during the initial climb.

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Lamma Island

Aerial perspective of Hong Kong's smaller islands and the busy shipping lanes of the South China Sea.

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Vietnam Coastline

The plane typically crosses the coastline near Central Vietnam, offering views of the South China Sea meeting the shore.

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Saigon River

The winding river snakes through the city, providing a clear geographic marker of your arrival into District 1.

Sit on the left for the best chance to see the HCMC skyline (including the tall Landmark 81 building) during descent. For afternoon flights, this side is preferable as it avoids the harsh glare of the setting sun in the west.

Right Side Highlights
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Lantau Island

Dramatic views of the Big Buddha and the mountainous terrain of Hong Kong's largest island after takeoff.

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HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

The world's longest sea-crossing bridge is clearly visible stretching across the Pearl River Delta.

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Hainan Island

On clear days, the eastern coastline of China's tropical island province may be visible to the west.

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Mekong Delta Fringes

Lush green agricultural land and complex canal systems as the flight prepares for its final approach.

The right side is excellent for morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Pearl River Delta. If you are interested in engineering, this side provides the best view of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,493 km (928 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min

Departure: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)

Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)

Route Type: International

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