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LHR → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Central Asian mountain ranges, the fringes of the Tibetan Plateau, and the dramatic approach into Hong Kong over the South China Sea.
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Bavarian Alps
Distal views of the jagged European Alps if the flight path tracks slightly south over Germany.
Caspian Sea Coast
The turquoise waters and industrial architecture along the coast of Baku and the Absheron Peninsula.
Tien Shan Mountains
Breathtaking views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with peaks exceeding 7,000 meters.
Gobi Desert Fringes
Dramatic transition from high-altitude mountain ranges to the golden dunes of Western China.
Lantau Island
The Tian Tan Buddha and the lush, mountainous terrain of Lantau Island during the final approach.
This side is superior for mountain lovers. Watch for the sunrise over the Chinese interior; the light hitting the Tien Shan glaciers is world-class. If the aircraft approaches HKG from the west (Runway 07), you will get the best view of the Big Buddha and the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge.
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London Cityscape
Aerial views of Central London and the Thames Estuary immediately after takeoff from LHR.
Dutch Coastline
The intricate dikes, polders, and wind farms of the Netherlands' North Sea coast.
Eurasian Steppe
The vast, undulating grasslands and remote salt lakes of Northern Kazakhstan.
Altai Mountains
Jagged, snow-dusted peaks where the borders of Kazakhstan, Russia, and China converge.
Pearl River Delta Lights
A massive sea of urban lights encompassing Dongguan and Shenzhen during the descent.
Choose this side if you are flying during the winter months for a slim chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis over Central Asia. On a standard night flight, this side avoids the direct glare of the sun during the early morning arrival in Hong Kong.
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Get eSIMs for Hong KongDistance: 9,631 km (5,984 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 20 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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