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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the expansive Nam Ngum Reservoir and the sharp limestone karst formations characteristic of Northern Laos.

Right Side Highlights
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Vientiane Cityscape

A clear view of the Patuxay Monument and the growing urban sprawl of the Laotian capital during the initial climb.

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Nam Ngum Reservoir

The massive, island-dotted waters of Laos' largest lake, reflecting the sky like a giant mirror mid-flight.

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Vang Vieng Karsts

The famous limestone peaks near Vang Vieng are visible in the distance, showing off their jagged, vertical profiles.

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Muang Xay Valley

The final approach provides a panoramic view of the Oudomxay provincial capital nestled deep within a mountain basin.

The right side is superior for photography; sit behind the wing to capture the contrast between the aircraft and the Nam Ngum Reservoir. During the rainy season (June-October), look for dramatic waterfalls cascading down the limestone cliffs of the Luang Prabang range.

Left Side Highlights
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Mekong River Bend

Aerial view of the mighty Mekong as it snakes along the border between Laos and Thailand shortly after takeoff.

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Phou Phanang Forest

Dense evergreen canopies of the Phou Phanang National Protected Area stretching toward the western horizon.

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Sayaboury Highlands

The rugged, less-traveled mountain ranges of Sayaboury province appearing as a sea of green ridges.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. Keep an eye out for small, isolated Hmong villages perched on the high ridges during the final 15 minutes of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 305 km (190 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 31 min

Departure: VTE (17.988300323500003, 102.56300354)

Arrival: ODY (20.68269920349121, 101.99400329589844)

Route Type: Domestic

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