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KUL → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer coastal views, the right side provides the most iconic views of the Hong Kong skyline, Victoria Harbour, and the lush islands of the South China Sea during the final approach.
Perhentian Islands
Clear views of the turquoise waters and white sands of Malaysia's premier diving islands off the east coast.
Paracel Islands
Small coral atolls and reef structures appearing as bright spots in the deep blue South China Sea.
Lantau Island
The mountainous terrain of Lantau, including the Big Buddha statue, visible during the final banking maneuvers.
Victoria Harbour
The world-famous Hong Kong skyline and the dense skyscraper clusters of Central and Kowloon.
Lamma Channel
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers anchored in the busy waters south of Hong Kong Island.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Hong Kong skyline. The right side is superior for the 'checkerboard' style approach if the wind dictates a landing from the east, offering unparalleled views of the harbor and skyscrapers.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
Aerial perspective of the Petronas Twin Towers and the urban sprawl of the Klang Valley shortly after takeoff.
Titiwangsa Range
The rugged, jungle-clad spine of Peninsular Malaysia stretching north towards the Thai border.
Central Vietnam Coast
Distal views of the rugged coastline near Da Nang and the Marble Mountains during the mid-flight cruise.
Hong Kong-Zhuhai Bridge
A stunning view of the world's longest sea-crossing bridge and its artificial islands during the descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It is particularly good for spotting the engineering marvel of the Macau bridge during a westerly approach into HKG. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the coastal transition.
Distance: 2,543 km (1,580 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 23 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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