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PNH → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Phnom Penh International Airport (Phnom-penh) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal scenery and the dramatic urban sprawl of the Pearl River Delta. While the left side features the rugged Annamite Range, the right side provides the iconic views of the South China Sea coastline and the best angle for the Guangzhou skyline upon arrival.
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Central Vietnam Coast
Breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches near Da Nang and the Son Tra Peninsula.
Gulf of Tonkin
Active shipping lanes and the vast blue expanse as the route bypasses the northern Vietnamese coast.
Leizhou Peninsula
The southern tip of mainland China, often visible as the flight transitions from sea to land near Zhanjiang.
Pearl River Delta
The world's most populous urban area, featuring massive bridges and a complex network of shipping canals.
Guangzhou Skyline
Prime views of the Canton Tower and the modern skyscrapers of Zhujiang New Town during the final approach descent.
This is the 'coastal' side; choose it for the most diverse views. On clear days, you may catch a glimpse of Hainan Island to the south. During the final approach into CAN, keep your camera ready for the Pearl River bridges and the dense urban core of Guangzhou.
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Phnom Penh Confluence
Aerial view of where the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers meet shortly after takeoff.
Annamite Range
The dense, cloud-touched tropical forests and rugged peaks of the Truong Son mountains along the Laos-Vietnam border.
Red River Delta Fringe
Distant views of the intricate irrigation patterns and vibrant green rice paddies of northern Vietnam.
Guangxi Karst Terrain
As the flight enters China, look for the unique limestone formations that characterize the southern landscape.
Foshan Industrial Hub
The massive scale of manufacturing and urban development on the western outskirts of the Pearl River Delta.
Sit in front of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion when photographing the Mekong confluence. Afternoon flights provide excellent golden hour lighting over the Annamite mountains, though clouds often gather here in the monsoon season (May-October).
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 1,592 km (989 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: PNH (11.546600341796877, 104.84400177001952)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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