About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Phuket International (HKT) to Singapore Changi (SIN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Phuket to Singapore. Left side delivers the best views at both ends of the flight — Phang Nga Bay's karsts on departure and Singapore's skyline and busy strait on arrival. The mid-flight portion over the Malay Peninsula and Strait of Malacca also favors the left side with occasional glimpses of the Malaysian coastline and peninsular interior.
What can I see during takeoff from Phuket International in Phuket?
During takeoff from Phuket International (HKT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Phuket airport sits on the northwest coast of the island and typically departs runway 09 (heading east) or runway 27 (heading west). On an eastward departure, the left side gives you Phuket Town and the eastern coastline with Phang Nga Bay's limestone karst islands coming into view as you climb and bank south. On a westward departure, the left side still captures the Andaman Sea and the island's western beaches. Notable sights include: Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts, Phuket Town and Chalong Bay, Andaman Sea western beaches (Kamala, Patong), Ko Yao islands.
What can I see when landing at Singapore Changi in Singapore?
When landing at Singapore Changi (SIN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Changi typically lands on runway 02L/02R (heading north) or 20L/20R (heading south). On a southward approach over the Strait of Singapore, the left side faces east toward the South China Sea and gives a clear view of Singapore's eastern coastline, Changi Beach, and the dense container port activity at Pasir Panjang. On a northward approach, the left side looks west over the city skyline and Marina Bay. Notable sights include: Marina Bay Sands and Singapore CBD skyline, Jurong Island petrochemical complex, Strait of Singapore shipping lanes, Batam Island (Indonesia).
How long is the flight from Phuket to Singapore?
The flight from Phuket International (HKT) to Singapore Changi (SIN) takes Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
What does the Phuket to Singapore flight path pass over?
The flight tracks roughly south-southeast down the Malay Peninsula. You cross over the narrow southern tip of Thailand, then follow the western coast of Peninsular Malaysia over the Strait of Malacca. The Titiwangsa mountain range runs down the spine of the peninsula and may be visible as a distant green ridge to the left. Johor Bahru and the Johor Strait are visible just before descent into Changi.