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PEN → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Penang International Airport (Penang) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior variety, featuring the departure over Penang's historic George Town, the Vietnamese coastline, and a comprehensive view of the Pearl River Delta including Macau and Zhuhai during the final approach.
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Penang Island
Bird's-eye view of George Town's colonial architecture and the bustling Penang Bridge connecting to the mainland.
Vietnam Coastline
Spectacular views of the rugged cliffs and sandy beaches near Da Nang and the Son Tra Peninsula.
Hainan Island
The southern tip of Hainan, showing the mountainous interior and the coastal resorts of Sanya.
Pearl River Delta
An incredible look at the dense urban landscape of Macau and the complex Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge.
Macau Skyline
Clear sight of the iconic Grand Lisboa and the Cotai Strip casinos just before entering Hong Kong airspace.
Choose a window seat in front of the wing to maximize visibility of the coast. On morning flights, the sun is on the right, making the left side perfect for glare-free photography of the Vietnamese and Chinese coastlines. Watch for the massive bridge infrastructure as you descend into HKG.
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A great view of the Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge stretching across the South Channel.
Paracel Islands
Possible sightings of remote coral atolls and turquoise lagoons in the middle of the South China Sea.
Lantau Island
The green peaks of Lantau South Country Park and the iconic Tian Tan Buddha statue on the hillside.
Hong Kong Skyline
Distant but impressive views of the Victoria Harbour skyscrapers if the flight approaches from the west.
The right side is ideal if the flight lands on Runway 07, offering the best views of Lantau Island and the Big Buddha. During sunset flights, the right side will catch the golden hour over the ocean, though glare can be intense. Look for the cargo ships anchored in the South China Sea near HKG.
Book Hotels in Hong KongDistance: 2,393 km (1,487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 11 min
Departure: PEN (5.297140121459961, 100.2770004272461)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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