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KUL → HGH
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (Hangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Vietnamese coastline and the rugged, mountainous terrain of southern and eastern China before descending into the scenic Zhejiang province.
Titiwangsa Mountains
Early in the flight, view the lush, cloud-shrouded mountain range that forms the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia.
Indochina Coastline
As you head north, catch glimpses of the rugged Central Vietnamese coast and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea.
Hainan Island
Depending on the specific airway, the western tip of Hainan Island and its tropical landscape may be visible.
Wuyi Mountains
Dramatic views of the UNESCO-listed peaks and deep valleys in Fujian province as you cross into mainland China.
Southern China Cities
Bird's eye view of the dense urban sprawls of Guangdong and Fujian provinces, illuminating beautifully on night flights.
For afternoon flights, the left side offers a stunning sunset view over the mountains of China. It is generally the more geographically diverse side for this specific route. Request a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze.
South China Sea
Vast, deep blue oceanic views with occasional sightings of remote atolls and busy international shipping lanes.
Paracel Islands
On clear days, you may spot the tiny white-sand islands and coral reefs scattered in the sea far below.
Taiwan Strait
View the horizon of the strait, often packed with cargo ships and fishing vessels entering the East China Sea.
Hangzhou Bay Bridge
On the final approach, you might see the massive sea-crossing bridge, one of the longest in the world.
Qiantang River
Visible just before landing, famous for the world's largest tidal bore near the mouth of the river.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. The highlight is the final approach into Hangzhou, where you can see the intricate river networks and the massive Hangzhou Bay Bridge if the flight path allows.
Distance: 3,637 km (2,260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 17 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: HGH (30.22949981689453, 120.43399810791016)
Route Type: International
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