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PVG → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (Shanghai) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior variety of views, ranging from the dense urban sprawl of the Pearl River Delta to the lush mountains of Central Vietnam and the intricate water networks of the Mekong Delta during the final approach.
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Shanghai Urban Sprawl
A sprawling view of the Huangpu River and the dense architecture of Pudong and Puxi.
Fujian Highlands
The rugged and green mountain terrain of the Wuyi mountain range in southeastern China.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the massive megalopolis including Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Macau.
Hainan Island
The tropical coastline and mountainous interior of China's southernmost province.
Annamite Range
The misty, jungle-covered mountains spanning the border of Vietnam and Laos.
Mekong Delta Paddies
The iconic patchwork of bright green rice fields and brown silt-laden river branches near SGN.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over mainland Southeast Asia. For the best experience, sit behind the wing to capture the transition from the Chinese coastline to the Vietnamese highlands. The final 20 minutes of the flight are spectacular as you descend over the winding Dong Nai River and the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City.
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East China Sea
Vast turquoise waters as the flight heads south from the Yangtze River Delta.
Taiwan Strait
Distant glimpses of the high peaks of Taiwan's central range across the water.
Paracel Islands
Remote coral atolls and turquoise lagoons visible in the middle of the South China Sea.
Vung Tau Coastline
The distinct peninsula and beaches marking the entrance to the Long Tau River.
South China Sea Shipping Lanes
Heavy maritime traffic with cargo ships lining up for major Southeast Asian ports.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for spotting remote island chains and the initial coastal contact with Vietnam's southern tip. Keep an eye out for the rhythmic patterns of offshore wind farms near the Chinese coast shortly after takeoff.
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Get eSIMs for VietnamDistance: 2,746 km (1,706 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: PVG (31.143400192260746, 121.80500030517578)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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