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SIN → NNG
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Nanning Wuxu Airport (Nanning)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Malaysian coastline and the dramatic mountain ranges of Central Vietnam as you head north.
Singapore Skyline
Aerial view of the city-state and the busy shipping lanes of the Singapore Strait immediately after takeoff.
Malaysian East Coast
Clear views of the pristine beaches and islands of Terengganu and Kelantan during the first hour.
Annamite Range
The rugged mountains along the border of Vietnam and Laos, featuring dense tropical forests.
Da Nang and Hue
Coastal views of central Vietnam, including the Marble Mountains and the historic imperial city areas.
Gulf of Tonkin Coast
The transition from the sea to the northern Vietnamese coastline as the flight approaches the Chinese border.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun reflecting off the South China Sea. Keep a close watch roughly 2 hours into the flight for the Vietnamese coastline. In the final 30 minutes, the descent into Nanning offers views of the winding Yong River.
South China Sea
Expansive views of one of the world's busiest maritime routes with numerous cargo ships visible below.
Hainan Island
Distant views of the western shores of Hainan, China's tropical island province, depending on the specific airway.
Leizhou Peninsula
The southernmost point of mainland China, marking the entry into the final segment of the flight.
Guangxi Karst Hills
As the plane descends into Nanning, the iconic limestone karst formations start to appear in the landscape.
On the right side, you'll mostly see open water until approaching China. This side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the direct western sun. Look out for Hainan Island to the northeast about 45 minutes before landing. The karst hills during the Nanning approach are a seasonal highlight in clear autumn weather.
Distance: 2,407 km (1,496 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 13 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: NNG (22.60829925537109, 108.1719970703125)
Route Type: International
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