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SGN → KHH
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Kaohsiung International Airport (Kaohsiung)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the Vietnamese coastline during departure and offers a more dramatic view of Taiwan's central mountains and Kaohsiung's urban sprawl upon descent.
Ho Chi Minh City Skyline
Excellent views of the Landmark 81 and Bitexco towers shortly after takeoff from SGN.
Vietnam Central Coast
Scenic vistas of the turquoise waters and white sands near Nha Trang and Cam Ranh Bay.
Paracel Islands
Aerial views of remote coral atolls and turquoise reefs scattered in the South China Sea.
Central Mountain Range
Dramatic views of Taiwan's rugged southern peaks as the aircraft approaches the island.
Kaohsiung Cityscape
A sprawling view of the city including the iconic 85 Sky Tower during the final approach.
For morning flights, the left side is preferred to avoid the harsh eastern sun. Watch the window during the first 30 minutes for the coast of Vietnam and the last 20 minutes for the breathtaking transition from the sea to the high mountains of Taiwan.
Vung Tau Peninsula
Views of the busy shipping lanes and the industrial coastline near the mouth of the Saigon River.
South China Sea Horizon
An uninterrupted view of the vast ocean horizon, ideal for spotting maritime traffic.
Pingtung Plains
The lush green agricultural fields of Southern Taiwan visible during the descent into Kaohsiung.
Kaohsiung Harbor
A detailed view of one of the world's busiest container ports and the Shou Shan mountain area.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to capture a stunning sunset over the South China Sea. During the landing phase at KHH, keep an eye out for the massive container ships lined up at the harbor entrance.
Distance: 1,956 km (1,215 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: KHH (22.57710075378418, 120.3499984741211)
Route Type: International
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