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SGN → MEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Mekong Delta upon departure, the diverse terrain of the Australian Northwest, and the spectacular red earth of the Pilbara region.
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Mekong Delta
The intricate network of rivers and lush greenery of southern Vietnam on departure.
Borneo Coastline
Views of the dense jungles and coastal fringes of Indonesian Kalimantan.
Pilbara Red Earth
The iconic deep-red landscape and iron-rich formations of Northwest Australia.
Great Sandy Desert
Endless expanses of linear sand dunes and unique desert geology.
Indian Ocean Sunset
Unobstructed views of the horizon during afternoon flights over the ocean.
The right side is unbeatable for the transition into Australia near Port Hedland, where the turquoise Indian Ocean meets the bright red Outback. For daytime flights, sit on the right to see the vast mining operations in the Pilbara. Note that if the flight is at night, the right side will capture any moonlit ocean views.
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Vung Tau Peninsula
The scenic coastline and beaches of southern Vietnam shortly after takeoff.
Indonesian Volcanic Chain
Distant views of Bali or Lombok's peaks as the flight crosses the archipelago.
South Australian Salt Lakes
The shimmering white basins of Lake Eyre and Lake Torrens as you move south.
The Grampians National Park
Dramatic sandstone ridges and rugged terrain of western Victoria during descent.
Melbourne City Skyline
Panoramic views of the CBD and Port Phillip Bay if approaching from the north.
Choose the left side for early morning arrivals into Melbourne to catch a stunning sunrise over the Victorian Alps. During the Indonesian transit, keep an eye out for Mount Rinjani peaking through the cloud layer to the east.
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Get eSIMs for AustraliaDistance: 6,699 km (4,163 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 53 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Route Type: International
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