About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Noibai International (HAN) to Bali International (DPS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hanoi to Denpasar. While landing offers strong volcanic views on the left, the takeoff from Hanoi on the right side provides more sustained scenic interest with the Red River Delta's intricate waterway patterns and urban landscape. The right side also captures better views during the initial climb phase when altitude is lower and detail is clearest.
What can I see during takeoff from Noibai International in Hanoi?
During takeoff from Noibai International (HAN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Red River Delta and Hanoi's urban sprawl during climb-out, with clear views of the river's distinctive meandering pattern and surrounding agricultural plains. The westward departure path from Noibai offers excellent perspective on the delta's waterways before the aircraft turns south. Notable sights include: Red River Delta, Hanoi city grid, Thai Nguyen Province highlands (distant), Gulf of Tonkin coastline.
What can I see when landing at Bali International in Denpasar?
When landing at Bali International (DPS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of Bali's volcanic landscape and coastline during descent. The approach path from the north brings Mount Agung and the island's central ridge into clear view, along with the transition from ocean to the island's rugged terrain. Notable sights include: Mount Agung (3,142 m), Bali's central volcanic ridge, Lombok Strait, northern Bali coastline.
How long is the flight from Hanoi to Denpasar?
The flight from Noibai International (HAN) to Bali International (DPS) takes 3h 15m.
What does the Hanoi to Denpasar flight path pass over?
Gulf of Tonkin coastline, Hainan Island (China) to the northeast, Thai-Laos border region, Mekong River valley, Cambodia's Tonle Sap Lake, Thailand's northeastern plateau, and the transition into Indonesian airspace over the Java Sea with scattered islands including parts of the Lesser Sunda Islands chain approaching Bali