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VCL → HAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chu Lai International Airport (Chu Lai) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Vietnamese coastline, including the massive Tam Giang Lagoon and the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin during the approach.
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Son Tra Peninsula
A lush, green mountainous outcrop jutting into the sea just north of Da Nang.
Tam Giang Lagoon
View the largest lagoon system in Southeast Asia with its unique fishing net patterns.
Central Coastline
Continuous stretches of white sand beaches and turquoise waters running from Chu Lai to Dong Hoi.
Gulf of Tonkin
Watch for cargo ships and fishing fleets as the flight path moves over the sea near Haiphong.
Halong Bay Periphery
On many approach paths to HAN, the limestone karsts of the bay are visible in the distance to the east.
The right side is superior for coastal photography. Aim for a morning flight to see the sun rising over the East Sea. During the winter (Nov-Feb), expect more clouds over the Gulf of Tonkin, making land features harder to spot.
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Da Nang City
A clear view of the Han River bridges and the urban density of central Vietnam's largest city.
Annamite Range
Distant views of the rugged mountain chain that forms the natural border between Vietnam and Laos.
Imperial Hue
The historic Citadel and the winding Perfume River are often visible shortly after passing Da Nang.
Red River Delta
The final descent offers a patchwork quilt of rice paddies and irrigation canals near Hanoi.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction. This side is better for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind the plane, illuminating the mountains and cities clearly without glare.
Get eSIMs for Vietnam
Get eSIMs for VietnamDistance: 716 km (445 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 12 min
Departure: VCL (15.4033002853, 108.706001282)
Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Route Type: Domestic
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