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SGN → TPE
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers continuous views of the stunning Vietnamese coastline including the Red River Delta and the South China Sea, followed by a perfect angle of the urban skylines along Taiwan's western corridor during the descent into Taoyuan.
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Ho Chi Minh City Skyline
Spectacular views of Bitexco Tower and Landmark 81 shortly after takeoff from SGN.
Cam Ranh Bay
Deep blue waters and white sandy beaches visible as the plane follows the Vietnamese coast north.
Da Nang & Marble Mountains
A clear view of the Han River and the unique coastal topography of Central Vietnam.
Hainan Island
Distant views of the lush, tropical eastern coastline of China's southernmost province.
Western Taiwan Urban Belt
Dense cityscapes of Taichung and Hsinchu as you begin the final approach into TPE.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight. The sun will be behind the plane or on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Vietnamese coast. During the winter months, look for the 'sea of clouds' effect often found over the South China Sea.
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Dong Nai River Meanders
Intricate river systems and lush mangroves visible during the initial climb out of Ho Chi Minh City.
South China Sea Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted views of the ocean with frequent sightings of international cargo shipping lanes.
Taiwan Central Mountains
The dramatic, jagged peaks of Taiwan's interior rising above 3,000 meters as you approach the island.
Kaohsiung Port
View the massive container terminals of one of the world's busiest ports from a distance.
Taoyuan Irrigation Ponds
The unique 'thousand ponds' landscape of the Taoyuan plateau just before touchdown.
Choose the right side for early morning flights to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Pacific Ocean. This side is also better for spotting the high-altitude peaks of Taiwan's central range if the flight path takes a slightly more inland route due to weather or traffic.
Book Hotels in TaipeiDistance: 2,208 km (1,372 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 57 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Route Type: International
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