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KUL → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer coastal views, the right side provides a superior perspective of the Kuala Lumpur skyline on departure and the breathtaking maze of the Mekong Delta upon arrival in Vietnam.
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Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On clear days, the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 are visible in the distance shortly after takeoff.
Putrajaya Landmark
View the planned administrative capital, including the pink Putra Mosque and its unique bridge architecture.
Pahang Coastline
Long, golden stretches of beach near Kuantan as the plane transitions from land to the South China Sea.
Mekong Delta
A stunning patchwork of neon-green rice paddies and silt-brown waterways as you enter Vietnamese airspace.
Saigon River
The winding, snake-like path of the river through the heart of Ho Chi Minh City's dense urban core.
The right side is the 'money shot' for the arrival into SGN. Choose an afternoon flight for the best lighting over the Mekong Delta. Look for the dramatic transition from the sea to the intricate grid of the delta about 20 minutes before landing; the contrast between the water and the vibrant rice fields is spectacular.
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Sepang International Circuit
Visible immediately after takeoff from KUL, look for the distinct loops of the Formula 1 track.
Titiwangsa Mountains
The rugged green spine of Peninsular Malaysia provides a dramatic backdrop during the climb phase.
Terengganu Islands
Clear views of the emerald waters around Pulau Redang and the Perhentian Islands off the east coast.
Gulf of Thailand Shipping
Dense clusters of cargo ships and tankers traversing one of the world's busiest maritime routes.
West HCMC Suburbs
A view of the rapidly expanding industrial and residential zones on the western edge of Ho Chi Minh City.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, preventing glare. This side is optimal for spotting the idyllic Malaysian islands roughly 40 minutes into the flight. If the flight approaches SGN from the west, you will see the city's sprawl stretching toward the horizon.
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Get eSIMs for VietnamDistance: 1,050 km (652 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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