The takeoff experience over the Mekong delta is more visually distinctive and extended than the landing approach. Right-side seats capture the intricate river delta patterns for a longer duration during the initial climb, while left-side landing views are compressed into the final descent phase.
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Flight Path
Ho Chi Minh City to Kimhae is 2,189 miles (3,523 km), a flight of about 4 hours 45 minutes.
Gulf of Tonkin coastline (Vietnam), Hainan Island (China, distant southern horizon), Qiongzhou Strait, South China Sea open water, approach to Taiwan Strait northern approaches, coastal mountains of southern China visible on western horizon during cruise
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from SGN
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Saigon River delta and Mekong River distributaries as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Tan Son Nhat. The braided waterways and rice paddies create distinctive patterns visible up to 10,000 feet.
Landing at PUS
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Gimhae. The aircraft approaches from the southwest over the Korea Strait and Nakdong River estuary, with views of Busan's harbor, coastal mountains, and the Nakdong River valley as the plane descends toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Gimhae International (PUS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Kimhae. The takeoff experience over the Mekong delta is more visually distinctive and extended than the landing approach. Right-side seats capture the intricate river delta patterns for a longer duration during the initial climb, while left-side landing views are compressed into the final descent phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Tansonnhat International in Ho Chi Minh City?
During takeoff from Tansonnhat International (SGN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Saigon River delta and Mekong River distributaries as the aircraft climbs northeastward out of Tan Son Nhat. The braided waterways and rice paddies create distinctive patterns visible up to 10,000 feet. Notable sights include: Saigon River, Mekong River delta distributaries, Can Tho city (distant), flat deltaic plain.
What can I see when landing at Gimhae International in Kimhae?
When landing at Gimhae International (PUS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Gimhae. The aircraft approaches from the southwest over the Korea Strait and Nakdong River estuary, with views of Busan's harbor, coastal mountains, and the Nakdong River valley as the plane descends toward the runway. Notable sights include: Nakdong River estuary, Busan harbor and waterfront, Geumjeong Mountain range, Korea Strait coastline.
How long is the flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Kimhae?
The flight from Tansonnhat International (SGN) to Gimhae International (PUS) takes about 4 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,189 miles (3,523 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ho Chi Minh City to Kimhae flight path pass over?
Gulf of Tonkin coastline (Vietnam), Hainan Island (China, distant southern horizon), Qiongzhou Strait, South China Sea open water, approach to Taiwan Strait northern approaches, coastal mountains of southern China visible on western horizon during cruise