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PNH → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Phnom Penh International Airport (Phnom-penh) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of Taiwan's dramatic mountain landscape and the scenic southern coastline during the arrival phase.
Mekong River Delta
The intricate network of waterways and lush green rice paddies shortly after departing Cambodian airspace.
Paracel Islands
Tiny coral atolls and turquoise reefs scattered in the deep blue waters of the South China Sea.
Kaohsiung Harbor
Taiwan's largest port and the iconic skyline of the south as the aircraft makes landfall.
Central Mountain Range
The dramatic, high-altitude peaks that form the backbone of Taiwan island, often rising above the clouds.
Mount Jade (Yushan)
On clear days, the highest peak in Northeast Asia is visible standing prominently in the central range.
This side is superior for mountain enthusiasts. As the plane tracks north from Kaohsiung, the Central Mountain Range provides a breathtaking backdrop. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so be prepared for high glare until you reach the Taiwan coast. Look for snow-capped peaks if traveling during the winter months.
Phnom Penh Skyline
A final look at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers near the city center upon takeoff.
Annamite Range
Rugged, mist-covered mountains stretching across the Vietnam-Laos border during the first half of the flight.
Da Nang Bay
The crescent-shaped coastline and the Son Tra Peninsula visible as the flight crosses the Vietnamese coast.
Taiwan Strait
View of the busy shipping lanes and the western coastline of Taiwan during the final approach.
Hsinchu Tech Hub
The dense urban sprawl of Taiwan's major technology centers visible during the descent into Taoyuan.
Choose this side for afternoon flights to witness a spectacular sunset over the Taiwan Strait. It is the better choice for seeing the Vietnamese coastline clearly. During the final approach into TPE, you will likely see the industrial clusters and wind turbines of Northern Taiwan.
Distance: 2,288 km (1,422 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 3 min
Departure: PNH (11.546600341796877, 104.84400177001952)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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