Passengers on the left side can enjoy sweeping views of the Tonle Sap lake and its distinctive floating villages as the aircraft climbs away from the city.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Tonle Sap Lake immediately after takeoff and a more dramatic perspective of the Straits of Malacca and the Klang Valley during the approach into Kuala Lumpur.
The right side offers a superior experience due to the potential for a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific, clear views of the high peaks of Taiwan, and the scenic island-hopping approach into the South Korean coast.
The left side is the preferred choice for this short cross-border flight, as it typically provides a rare aerial perspective of the Angkor temple complexes during departure and the best view of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline upon arrival.
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Tonle Sap Lake shortly after departure and provides a continuous perspective of the scenic Malay Peninsula coastline and the Gulf of Thailand.
The right side provides a superior view of the Mekong River's winding path through the rugged terrain of northern Laos and offers a better perspective of the dramatic karst mountains during the final approach into Luang Prabang.
The right side provides a superior mix of Southeast Asian coastal views and the dramatic maritime activity of the East China Sea approach to Shanghai.
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the limestone karst formations in Southern China and superior lighting for morning departures.
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Tonle Sap Lake immediately after takeoff and provides a better perspective of the Gulf of Thailand coastline and the Chao Phraya river delta during the descent into Bangkok.