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VTE → VII
Which side of the plane to sit from Wattay International Airport (Vientiane) to Vinh Airport (Vinh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most scenic descent, following the serpentine path of the Song Lam River as it flows through the lush valleys of Nghe An toward the Gulf of Tonkin.
Phou Khao Khouay
Rugged sandstone plateaus and deep gorges of the national protected area just north of the flight path.
Northern Annamites
The mist-shrouded limestone peaks that define the rugged border between Laos and Vietnam.
Song Lam River
The wide, winding Blue River that snakes through the valley, serving as a primary landmark for the final approach.
Nghe An Lowlands
Intricate patchwork of emerald green rice paddies and traditional villages surrounding Vinh.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side offers a spectacular view of the river systems during the descent. During the wet season (May to October), the landscape is incredibly vibrant, though early morning flights are recommended to avoid tropical afternoon clouds.
Mekong River
A glimpse of the massive Mekong River as it curves south shortly after takeoff from Vientiane.
Vu Quang National Park
Aerial views of one of the most biodiverse and dense rainforest regions in Southeast Asia.
Truong Son Spine
The high-altitude ridges of the central Annamite range, offering dramatic vertical relief.
Gulf of Tonkin Horizon
As the plane clears the mountains, the distant horizon of the South China Sea becomes visible to the southeast.
The right side is excellent for observing the sheer scale of the Annamite mountain range. On clear days, you can see deep into the uninhabited forest reserves along the border. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite strong on this side of the aircraft.
Distance: 338 km (210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: VTE (17.988300323500003, 102.56300354)
Arrival: VII (18.7376003265, 105.67099762)
Route Type: International
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