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MRU β HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior coastal views during the approach into Hong Kong, including the spectacular Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and Lantau Island, along with better chances of seeing the Andaman Islands.
Blue Bay Marine Park
Exquisite views of the southeast Mauritian coastline and the reef-protected waters near the airport.
Andaman Archipelago
Emerald green islands and white sand beaches of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal.
Gulf of Thailand
Coastal outlines of Southern Thailand and the transition into the South China Sea.
Vietnam Central Coast
Beautiful aerial perspectives of the coastline near Da Nang and the Marble Mountains.
HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
The world's longest sea-crossing bridge is clearly visible on a standard approach to Runway 07L/R.
Tian Tan Buddha
The 'Big Buddha' on Lantau Island can often be spotted during the low-altitude final approach.
The right side is ideal for the iconic Hong Kong arrival. For the best photography, aim for a window seat away from the wing. Note that many flights on this route are overnight; try to secure a seat for the dawn arrival to see the South China Sea islands emerge in the light.
Mauritius West Coast
Stunning views of the turquoise lagoons and coral reefs near Port Louis immediately after takeoff.
Equatorial Indian Ocean
Expansive views of deep blue waters and unique tropical cloud formations while crossing the equator.
Southern Subcontinent
Distal views of the southern tip of India or Sri Lanka depending on the specific seasonal airway.
Annamite Range
Rugged, forest-clad mountain peaks stretching across the borders of Laos and Vietnam.
Guangdong Megacity
The massive urban sprawl and industrial heartland of the Pearl River Delta during the descent.
Choose the left side for better views of the sunset if your flight departs in the afternoon. On the final approach into HKG, if landing on Runway 07R, you may catch glimpses of the northern New Territories and Shenzhen skyline.
Distance: 7,734 km (4,806 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 6 min
Departure: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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