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VTE → ODY
Which side of the plane to sit from Wattay International Airport (Vientiane) to Oudomsay Airport (Muang Xay)?
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.
Vientiane Cityscape
A clear view of the Patuxay Monument and the growing urban sprawl of the Laotian capital during the initial climb.
Nam Ngum Reservoir
The massive, island-dotted waters of Laos' largest lake, reflecting the sky like a giant mirror mid-flight.
Vang Vieng Karsts
The famous limestone peaks near Vang Vieng are visible in the distance, showing off their jagged, vertical profiles.
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.
Mekong River Bend
Aerial view of the mighty Mekong as it snakes along the border between Laos and Thailand shortly after takeoff.
Phou Phanang Forest
Dense evergreen canopies of the Phou Phanang National Protected Area stretching toward the western horizon.
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.
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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