Loading map...
HKT → SZX
Which side of the plane to sit from Phuket International Airport (Phuket) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (Shenzhen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views including the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay upon departure and the sprawling skylines of Hong Kong and Macau during the approach into Shenzhen.
Search flights from HKT to SZX
Phang Nga Bay
Breathtaking limestone islands and emerald waters visible immediately after takeoff from Phuket.
Phnom Penh
The Cambodian capital at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers.
Vietnam Coastline
Stunning aerial views of the beaches and bays near Nha Trang and Cam Ranh.
Hainan Island
The northern coastline of China's tropical island province as the flight heads toward the mainland.
HZMB Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge connecting Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and Macau on final approach.
The right side is clearly superior for this route. Sit here for the iconic Phang Nga Bay views during takeoff (if the wind is from the west). On arrival into SZX, the right side typically provides a stunning view of Hong Kong's Lantau Island and the massive Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Morning flights are better on this side for lighting, though the glare can be strong.
Book Hotels in Shenzhen
Gulf of Thailand
Expansive views of the turquoise gulf shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Tonle Sap Lake
The largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia visible over Cambodia's landscape.
Annamite Mountains
The rugged, forest-covered mountain range forming the border between Laos and Vietnam.
Da Nang Skyline
A clear view of the coastal city and its surrounding marble mountains in Central Vietnam.
Pearl River Delta
Massive cargo ships and industrial ports as the plane enters Chinese airspace.
Choose the left side for better sunset views if taking a late afternoon flight as the sun will be on this side. During the approach to SZX, you will see the industrial landscape of the western Pearl River Delta and the city of Zhongshan. Keep an eye out for the massive Annamite Range which often features dramatic cloud formations.
Get eSIMs for Thailand
Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,313 km (1,437 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Arrival: SZX (22.639299392700195, 113.81099700927734)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.