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TPE → HAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (Taipei) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior viewing experience, particularly during the descent into Hanoi, where passengers frequently get a stunning aerial perspective of the limestone karsts of Halong Bay and the northern coast of Hainan Island.
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Fujian Coastline
Distant views of mainland China's southeastern coast across the busy Taiwan Strait.
Hainan Island
Clear views of the northern tip of Hainan, including the city of Haikou and its surrounding tropical landscape.
Halong Bay
The absolute highlight; thousands of limestone karsts rising from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin.
Haiphong Port
A bird's-eye view of Vietnam's major northern port city and its industrial maritime activity.
Red River
The massive, silt-heavy river snaking through the landscape during the final approach into Noi Bai.
To capture the best photos of Halong Bay, request a seat slightly behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the karsts. The bay is usually visible about 20-30 minutes before landing. Flights departing TPE in the early afternoon provide the best lighting for the Vietnamese coastline.
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Taiwan Central Range
Aerial views of Taiwan's rugged mountainous interior shortly after takeoff from Taoyuan.
Penghu Archipelago
The cluster of islands in the Taiwan Strait known for their unique basalt formations and white beaches.
South China Sea
Vast ocean vistas and transit paths of international shipping vessels heading toward the Malacca Strait.
Red River Delta
Lush, intricate patterns of rice paddies and winding river tributaries as the flight nears Hanoi.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. This side is also excellent for sunset views if flying in the late afternoon, as the sky over the South China Sea transitions through deep oranges and purples.
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Get eSIMs for VietnamDistance: 1,633 km (1,015 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: TPE (25.0777, 121.233002)
Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Route Type: International
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