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Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side is generally superior for this long-haul route, offering a spectacular vantage point for the Hindu Kush mountains, the Caspian Sea, and the most dramatic morning views of the Austrian and Swiss Alps during the descent into Zurich.

Right Side Highlights
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Himalayan Horizon

On clear days, the distant northern horizon reveals the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas.

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Hindu Kush

The rugged, desolate, and majestic mountain ranges of Afghanistan and Tajikistan.

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Caspian Sea

The world's largest inland body of water, often appearing like a vast ocean in the middle of the continent.

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Carpathian Mountains

Dense green forests and winding valleys as the flight crosses through Romania and Hungary.

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Austrian & Swiss Alps

Breathtaking, close-up views of the northern limestone Alps and the high peaks of Central Switzerland.

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Zurich Highlands

The picturesque green hills, lakes, and tidy villages of the Zürcher Oberland during the final minutes.

Most flights from Singapore to Zurich are overnight, meaning sunrise typically occurs while you are over Eastern Europe or Turkey. The right side (facing north) avoids the harshest direct sun, providing soft, ideal lighting for photographing the Alps. Aim for a seat in the rear third of the cabin to ensure the wing doesn't block your view of the mountain ranges during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Green island chains scattered across the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea shortly after departure.

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Zagros Mountains

Stunning views of the fold-and-thrust mountain belts and salt domes across southern Iran.

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Mediterranean Coastline

The deep blue expanse of the Eastern Mediterranean as the flight tracks along the southern coast of Turkey.

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Istanbul

The sprawling metropolis and the Bosphorus strait connecting the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea.

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Southern Swiss Alps

Dramatic glacial valleys and high peaks visible as the aircraft maneuvers for the final approach.

The left side offers excellent views of the Anatolian plateau and the Mediterranean. Since this flight travels westward, the left side will be south-facing, receiving direct sunlight for most of the daylight hours. Keep your window shade down during mid-flight to avoid glare, but open it as you cross into Europe for the alpine descent.

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Route Information

Distance: 10,306 km (6,404 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 7 min

Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)

Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Route Type: International

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