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NGO → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chubu Centrair International Airport (Nagoya) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the rugged coastline of Japan's Kii Peninsula, the high-altitude peaks of Taiwan, and a stunning approach along the central and southern Vietnamese coast.
Kii Peninsula
Beautiful views of the UNESCO-listed mountains and forested ridges of Wakayama shortly after takeoff.
Taiwan Central Range
Glimpses of Taiwan's rugged 3,000-meter peaks slicing through the clouds during the mid-point of the journey.
Central Vietnam Coast
Spectacular views of the white sand beaches and bays near Da Nang and Nha Trang as the plane begins its descent.
Saigon River
The winding loops of the Saigon River become visible as you enter the final approach phase into Ho Chi Minh City.
HCMC Skyline
A panoramic view of the dense urban sprawl, featuring Landmark 81 and the Bitexco Financial Tower just before landing.
For the best photography, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the sun is on the opposite side, which provides perfect, soft lighting for capturing the Vietnamese coastline and the Ho Chi Minh City skyline during the descent.
Ise Bay
Aerial perspective of the heavy industrial ports and maritime traffic immediately after departing Nagoya.
Ryukyu Archipelago
Distant views of the emerald-colored reefs and islands of the Okinawa chain depending on the specific flight corridor.
Pacific Sunrise
On early morning departures, the left side offers an unobstructed view of the sun rising over the Philippine Sea.
Shipping Lanes
High-altitude views of the world's busiest cargo lanes as the flight crosses the South China Sea.
The left side is preferable for early morning flights to witness the sunrise over the horizon. During the summer monsoon season, this side often provides a safer vantage point for viewing spectacular thunderhead cloud formations over the open ocean.
Distance: 4,055 km (2,520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 46 min
Departure: NGO (34.8583984375, 136.80499267578122)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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