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PQC → VCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Phu Quoc International Airport (Phuquoc) to Can Tho International Airport (Can Tho)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the An Thoi archipelago upon departure and the complex river networks of the Mekong Delta, including the iconic Can Tho Bridge, during the approach.
An Thoi Archipelago
A breathtaking collection of small tropical islands and coral reefs located off the southern tip of Phu Quoc.
U Minh Mangroves
The dense, dark green canopy of the U Minh Thuong National Park is often visible as you cross into the mainland.
Mekong Canal Web
An intricate, shimmering network of irrigation canals and natural waterways that define life in the delta.
Can Tho Bridge
The longest cable-stayed bridge in Southeast Asia, spanning the massive Hau River just before landing.
The right side is essential for island lovers; the view of An Thoi is the highlight of the takeoff. For the best photography, look for the Hau River's silt-rich brown waters which contrast beautifully with the green landscape during the final descent.
Bai Truong (Long Beach)
Glimpse the main tourism hub of Phu Quoc stretching along the western coast as the plane gains altitude.
That Son (Seven Mountains)
In the distance to the north, the silhouettes of these legendary mountains near the Cambodian border can be seen on clear days.
The Rice Basket
Witness the immense scale of the Mekong Delta's agricultural production through perfectly rectangular rice paddies.
Rach Gia Port
Observe the busy coastal city where the delta meets the Gulf of Thailand, marked by numerous fishing vessels.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun glare. It offers a broader view of the mainland coastline and the inland agricultural grid of Kien Giang province.
Distance: 188 km (117 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: PQC (10.1698, 103.9931)
Arrival: VCA (10.085100174, 105.711997986)
Route Type: Domestic
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