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VTE → ZVK
Which side of the plane to sit from Wattay International Airport (Vientiane) to Savannakhet Airport (Savannakhet)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the winding Mekong River, which serves as the international border between Laos and Thailand throughout the journey.
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Mekong River
Spectacular aerial views of the massive, winding river that defines the geography of the entire region.
Third Friendship Bridge
The elegant bridge connecting Thakhek in Laos to Nakhon Phanom in Thailand becomes visible shortly before descent.
Nakhon Phanom
Clear views of the Thai city skyline and its prominent riverside promenades across from the Lao side.
Nam Kading Confluence
Watch for the distinct color contrast where the dark waters of the Nam Kading flow into the silt-heavy Mekong.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, offering golden hour views over the Mekong and the Thai horizon. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to clearly see the river bends and bridge infrastructure near Thakhek.
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Phou Khao Khouay
Dense evergreen forests and rugged sandstone mountain ranges located just southeast of Vientiane.
Khammouane Karst
Distinguished gray limestone formations and jagged peaks emerging from the flat plains as you head south.
Lao Heartland
A tapestry of rural villages and traditional rice paddies that define the agricultural landscape of central Laos.
Opt for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the dramatic limestone karsts of Khammouane. Look for the silver glint of the Nam Theun river tributaries winding through the mountains.
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Get eSIMs for LaosDistance: 282 km (175 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: VTE (17.988300323500003, 102.56300354)
Arrival: ZVK (16.55660057067871, 104.76000213623048)
Route Type: Domestic
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