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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the Vietnamese coastline, including mountainous peninsulas and bays, followed by a scenic approach toward Kuala Lumpur showing the city skyline and Putrajaya.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Xiamen & Gulangyu

Stunning departure views of Xiamen's modern skyline and the UNESCO-listed pedestrian island of Gulangyu.

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Central Vietnam Coast

Dramatic views of the Son Tra Peninsula near Da Nang and the rugged cliffs of the Vietnamese coastline.

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Nha Trang Bay

One of the most beautiful bays in the world, often visible as the flight tracks south along the coast.

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Kuala Lumpur Skyline

On clear days during northern approaches, see the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower in the distance.

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Putrajaya Landmark

Clear views of the pink-domed Putra Mosque and the administrative capital's unique architecture just before landing.

The right side is best for late afternoon flights to catch spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Thailand or the Straits of Malacca. Ensure you sit forward or aft of the wing to clearly see the Vietnamese mountains. This side typically offers the best view of the Kuala Lumpur city center during the standard arrival patterns.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Kinmen Islands

Shortly after takeoff, view the Greater and Lesser Kinmen islands situated just off the coast of Xiamen.

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South China Sea

Extensive views of the deep blue sea, occasionally spotting remote coral atolls and cargo shipping lanes.

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Terengganu Coastline

As the flight nears Malaysia, catch the sandy white beaches and turquoise waters of the eastern Malay Peninsula.

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Titiwangsa Mountains

Aerial perspective of the lush, cloud-capped central mountain range that forms the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia.

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Selangor Plantations

Characteristic geometric patterns of vast palm oil estates during the final descent into KUL.

Choose this side on morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is also the preferred side for spotting the remote reef formations of the Paracel Islands if the flight path tracks further east. During the descent, keep an eye out for the Genting Highlands visible on the mountain ridge.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,996 km (1,862 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs

Departure: XMN (24.54400062561035, 118.12799835205078)

Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)

Route Type: International

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