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SGN → PUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Gimhae International Airport (Busan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers superior views of the Vietnamese coastline early on, potential glimpses of Taiwan's mountains, and a spectacular view of Jeju Island and the rugged South Korean southern coast during descent.
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Central Vietnam Coast
Early flight views of the turquoise waters around Da Nang and the lush Son Tra Peninsula shortly after departure.
Taiwan Central Range
Distant silhouettes of Taiwan's high peaks can often be seen when tracking through the Taiwan Strait.
Jeju Island
The massive Hallasan volcano and the volcanic landscape of South Korea's favorite island are prominent on the left.
Geoje Island
Stunning views of the rugged cliffs and numerous small islands dotting the South Korean coast during descent.
Nakdong River Delta
Aerial views of the winding river meeting the sea just before touching down at Gimhae International Airport.
Choose the left side for daylight flights to avoid direct glare from the sun, which stays to the south. Look out about 45 to 30 minutes before landing to spot Jeju Island's Hallasan volcano. On final approach to PUS, you will see the winding Nakdong River and the industrial heart of western Busan. Morning flights offer the crispest views of the Vietnamese coast before haze builds.
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Paracel Islands
Remote coral atolls and turquoise lagoons in the middle of the South China Sea may be visible depending on the airway.
South China Sea
A vast expanse of blue with frequent sightings of international shipping vessels and oil rigs.
Ryukyu Archipelago
Distant views of the southern Japanese islands if the flight path tracks further east of Taiwan.
Tsushima Island
A historic Japanese island located strategically in the middle of the Korea Strait, often visible before the Korean coast.
Busan Harbor
One of the world's busiest container ports, featuring massive cranes and the iconic Diamond Bridge during the arrival leg.
The right side is excellent for spotting remote islands and maritime traffic in the South China Sea. If the flight path takes an easterly route around Taiwan, you might see the Japanese islands of Tsushima. During the final approach pattern, this side often provides a glimpse of the massive Busan harbor. Be aware that during afternoon flights, this side will face the direct sun, which can be intense.
Book Hotels in BusanDistance: 3,523 km (2,189 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 9 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: PUS (35.1795005798, 128.93800354)
Route Type: International
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