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HOE → VTE
Which side of the plane to sit from Ban Huoeisay Airport (Huay Xai) to Wattay International Airport (Vientiane)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers continuous views of the winding Mekong River, which serves as the natural border between Laos and Thailand for much of the route.
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The Golden Triangle
Immediately after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the confluence where Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar meet.
Mekong River Serpent
Watch the mighty Mekong twist through deep mountain gorges in the Sayaboury province.
Thai Border Towns
Clear views of Chiang Khong and other Thai settlements directly across the river from the Lao side.
Xayaburi Hydroelectric Dam
A massive engineering feat visible on the Mekong, showcasing Laos' 'Battery of Asia' ambition.
Vientiane Cityscape
On final approach, view the capital's growing skyline and the iconic Patuxay Victory Monument.
The right side is superior for tracking the river. Sit toward the front or rear to avoid the wing of the ATR-72 aircraft usually used for this route. Be aware that from February to April, agricultural 'slash and burn' smoke can significantly obscure ground visibility.
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Northern Lao Highlands
Densely forested, rugged mountain ranges that characterize the remote northern provinces of Laos.
Nam Lik River Valley
Deeply carved valleys and limestone karst formations visible as you approach the Vientiane province.
Phou Khao Khoay
The sprawling green canopy of the National Bio-Diversity Conservation Area located northeast of the capital.
Annamite Foothills
Rolling hills that transition from the high northern peaks into the flatter Vientiane plains.
Choose a morning flight to see the mountain valleys filled with mist. During the rainy season (June-October), the clouds often break over the mountains, offering dramatic views of lush green peaks.
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Get eSIMs for LaosDistance: 337 km (209 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: HOE (20.2572994232, 100.43699646)
Arrival: VTE (17.988300323500003, 102.56300354)
Route Type: Domestic
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