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SVO → SGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking panoramas of the Central Asian mountain ranges, the high-altitude terrain of the Tibetan Plateau's western edge, and the lush tropical landscapes of the Mekong basin.
Volga River Bend
The massive, winding path of Europe's longest river as it snakes through the Russian plains.
Tian Shan Mountains
Dazzling snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys of the 'Heavenly Mountains' along the border of Kazakhstan and China.
Tibetan Plateau
The rugged, high-altitude desert terrain and deep gorges of the eastern edge of the Himalayas.
The Mekong River
The iconic, silty brown waters of the Mekong River as it winds through the mountains of Laos into Cambodia.
Mekong Delta
A patchwork of emerald green rice paddies and intricate canal networks during the final approach into Ho Chi Minh City.
This side is superior for mountain lovers; the stretch over Central Asia is the scenic peak of the trip. Aim for a daytime flight to capture the contrast between the icy peaks of the Tian Shan and the tropical greenery of Vietnam. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the dense urban sprawl of Saigon juxtaposed with the winding Saigon River.
Moscow Cityscape
Aerial views of Moscow's radial expansion and the surrounding suburban forests immediately after takeoff from SVO.
Southern Urals
Crossing the ancient, rounded peaks of the Southern Ural Mountains that divide Europe and Asia.
Gobi Desert Fringes
Expansive views of the arid, reddish landscapes of Northern China and the Mongolian border regions.
South China Sea Coast
As the plane descends toward SGN, the coastline of Central and Southern Vietnam comes into view with turquoise waters.
Vung Tau Peninsula
The prominent coastal headland and shipping lanes leading toward the Long Tau river system.
Select a seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Russian interior. If taking an overnight flight, this side is ideal for witnessing a spectacular sunrise over the South China Sea as you approach Vietnam in the early morning.
Distance: 7,727 km (4,801 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 5 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Route Type: International
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