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XMN → KUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (Xiamen) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur)?
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.
Xiamen & Gulangyu
Stunning departure views of Xiamen's modern skyline and the UNESCO-listed pedestrian island of Gulangyu.
Central Vietnam Coast
Dramatic views of the Son Tra Peninsula near Da Nang and the rugged cliffs of the Vietnamese coastline.
Nha Trang Bay
One of the most beautiful bays in the world, often visible as the flight tracks south along the coast.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On clear days during northern approaches, see the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower in the distance.
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.
Kinmen Islands
Shortly after takeoff, view the Greater and Lesser Kinmen islands situated just off the coast of Xiamen.
South China Sea
Extensive views of the deep blue sea, occasionally spotting remote coral atolls and cargo shipping lanes.
Terengganu Coastline
As the flight nears Malaysia, catch the sandy white beaches and turquoise waters of the eastern Malay Peninsula.
Titiwangsa Mountains
Aerial perspective of the lush, cloud-capped central mountain range that forms the backbone of Peninsular Malaysia.
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.
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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