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SGN → PNH
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Phnom Penh International Airport (Phnom-penh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Ho Chi Minh City skyline shortly after takeoff and offers the most iconic perspective of the Mekong and Tonle Sap river confluence during the final approach into Phnom Penh.
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Ho Chi Minh City Skyline
Excellent views of District 1 and the iconic Landmark 81 tower depending on the takeoff direction.
Vàm Cỏ Đông River
Aerial view of the intricate, winding river systems that define the geography of Long An province.
Chaktomuk Confluence
The spectacular sight where the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers meet in the heart of Phnom Penh.
Royal Palace Complex
Spot the distinct yellow roofs of the Cambodian Royal Palace as the aircraft descends over the city center.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to see the sunlight reflecting off the Mekong's vast water network. As this is a very short flight (under 1 hour), window seats are highly recommended as the aircraft remains at a relatively low altitude, providing detailed ground views.
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Củ Chi Landscapes
View the dense greenery and rural agricultural belts of the northern Ho Chi Minh City outskirts.
Svay Rieng Plains
A bird's-eye view of the vast, geometric rice paddies and rural villages across the Cambodian border.
North Phnom Penh Expansion
Observe the rapid urban development and new infrastructure projects in the northern districts of the capital.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the transition from Vietnam's organized grid-like farming to Cambodia's more organic rural landscape.
Book Hotels in Phnom-penhDistance: 213 km (132 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: PNH (11.546600341796877, 104.84400177001952)
Route Type: International
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