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MEL → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Australian Outback's red terrain and a more consistent view of the spectacular Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and Lantau Island during the final approach.
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Great Sandy Desert
Exquisite views of the vast, rusted-red sand dunes and salt pans of the Australian interior.
Kimberley Coastline
Watch the dramatic transition where the rugged red cliffs of North-Western Australia meet the turquoise Indian Ocean.
Indonesian Archipelago
Aerial views of the volcanic peaks of Java and the dense tropical rainforests of Borneo.
HKZM Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge appears as a winding thread across the Pearl River Delta.
Lantau Island
Clear views of the Big Buddha statue and the mountainous terrain of Hong Kong's largest island.
For the best experience, book a window seat away from the wing. On daytime flights, the left side avoids the harsh afternoon sun while flying north. Keep your camera ready during the last 15 minutes of the flight for the descent over the Pearl River Delta, which features incredible maritime engineering and island geography.
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Melbourne Cityscape
Excellent views of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne CBD shortly after departure.
Tiwi Islands
Beautiful tropical island views off the coast of Darwin as the flight exits the Australian continent.
Equatorial Clouds
Massive, towering cumulonimbus formations typical of the Intertropical Convergence Zone.
South China Sea Traffic
Hundreds of cargo ships and tankers anchored in the waters surrounding Hong Kong.
Victoria Harbour
The iconic skyline of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon is often visible if the aircraft approaches from the east.
The right side is particularly good for overnight flights, as it captures the sunrise over the Pacific as you head north. Depending on the wind direction (Runway 25L approach), you may get a panoramic view of the Hong Kong skyline. Ensure you check the 'Arrivals' status to see if the flight is landing from the east to maximize city views.
Book Hotels in Hong KongDistance: 7,413 km (4,606 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 43 min
Departure: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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