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SIN → HAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Haikou Meilan International Airport (Haikou)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive shipping traffic in the Singapore Strait upon departure and a clearer view of the Hainan coastline and Wenchang area during the approach into Haikou.
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Singapore Strait Shipping
View one of the world's busiest maritime lanes, packed with hundreds of tankers and container ships anchored off the coast.
Bintan Island
Shortly after departure, the northern coastline of Indonesia's Riau Islands is often visible to the southeast.
Wenchang Coastline
As you reach Hainan, look for the coastal areas near Wenchang, which hosts China's fourth space launch center.
Hainan Tropical Scenery
Witness the lush, green agricultural landscape and palm groves of eastern Hainan during the descent.
Sit on the right side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The first 15 minutes offer an incredible perspective of the sheer scale of international trade through the Singapore Strait. During landing, this side often provides a more scenic look at the rural-to-urban transition of Hainan Island.
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Pulau Ubin and Johor
Immediately after takeoff, see the rustic islands of northeastern Singapore and the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula.
South China Sea
Vast stretches of deep blue water, occasionally dotted with remote oil rigs and passing cargo vessels.
Paracel Islands (Distant)
On clear days and western-leaning paths, faint silhouettes of coral atolls may be visible in the distance.
Haikou City Skyline
As the plane turns for its final approach into Meilan Airport, the modern skyline of Haikou's city center appears.
The left side is the better choice for evening flights as it captures the sunset over the sea. During the initial climb, look for the distinct border of the Johor Strait separating Singapore from Malaysia.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 2,183 km (1,356 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: HAK (19.93490028381348, 110.45899963378906)
Route Type: International
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