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HND → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (Tokyo) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is the superior choice for this route, primarily due to the iconic view of Mount Fuji shortly after takeoff and the sweeping vistas of the Japanese archipelago and South China Sea sunsets.
Mount Fuji
The legendary snow-capped peak is visible approximately 15-20 minutes after departure from Haneda.
Shikoku and Kyushu
A bird's-eye view of the mountainous terrain and intricate coastlines of Japan's southern major islands.
Okinawa Archipelago
Emerald green coral reefs and small tropical islands scattered across the East China Sea.
Hainan Island
Distant views of China's southernmost province if the flight path follows the typical western corridor.
Vietnam Central Highlands
Lush green mountains and dense forests of the Annamite Range as the plane crosses into Vietnamese airspace.
The right side is essential for the iconic Mount Fuji photo op; ensure you are looking out early in the flight. On afternoon flights, this side experiences the sunset over the South China Sea. In winter, visibility is usually much higher for mountain spotting in Japan.
Izu Islands
A chain of volcanic islands stretching south from Tokyo Bay visible during the initial ascent.
Philippine Sea Panoramas
Expansive views of the deep blue Pacific waters as the plane tracks south towards Southeast Asia.
Taiwanese East Coast
Dramatic views of the rugged cliffs and high mountain ranges of eastern Taiwan if the path stays offshore.
Vietnam Central Coastline
Beautiful views of the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters near Da Nang and Qui Nhon.
Vung Tau Peninsula
The coastal city and its surrounding hills as the aircraft prepares for its final approach into Ho Chi Minh City.
Choose the left side for morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific Ocean. During the descent into SGN, this side offers a better view of the coastal terrain of southern Vietnam and the winding rivers leading into the city.
Distance: 4,324 km (2,687 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 5 min
Departure: HND (35.552299, 139.779999)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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