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VCA → HAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Can Tho International Airport (Can Tho) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of Vietnam's dramatic coastline, featuring iconic bays, the turquoise waters of the East Sea, and the sprawling delta systems near the arrival.
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East Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the sparkling coastline and the vast maritime horizon of the South China Sea.
Cam Ranh Bay
A stunning deep-water harbor known for its vibrant blue water and strategic naval importance.
Da Nang & Son Tra
Aerial perspective of the Marble Mountains and the sweeping crescent of Da Nang's urban beaches.
Hai Van Pass
The famous geographic divider where mountains dive into the sea, often creating a sea of clouds.
Red River Delta
The intricate, fractal-like network of red-tinted rivers and dikes as you approach Hanoi.
Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the plane, perfectly illuminating the coastline and turquoise bays. This side is particularly scenic during the descent into Noi Bai, where you can see the complex irrigation systems of the Red River. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the coastal haze.
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Mekong Delta Grid
A patchwork of emerald rice paddies and chocolate-brown canals immediately after takeoff from Can Tho.
Ho Chi Minh City Periphery
View of the sprawling western suburbs and industrial zones of Vietnam's largest economic hub.
Annamite Range
The rugged, jungle-clad Truong Son mountains that define the border regions with Laos.
Central Highland Plateaus
Expansive coffee and rubber plantations characterized by distinctive red basalt soil near Pleiku.
Ninh Binh Karsts
Spectacular limestone formations rising abruptly from flat plains as the plane enters Northern Vietnam.
Best viewed on morning flights to see the mist clinging to the Central Highland valleys. Keep an eye out for the dramatic change in terrain from the flat Mekong Delta to the jagged mountains of the interior. Avoid sitting over the wing to ensure a clear view of the karst landscapes near the descent.
Get eSIMs for Vietnam
Get eSIMs for VietnamDistance: 1,238 km (769 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: VCA (10.085100174, 105.711997986)
Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Route Type: Domestic
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