The takeoff sequence from Singapore offers more distinctive natural scenery with the Strait of Malacca and Malaysian Peninsula. While the landing into LAX is visually interesting with mountains and desert, the takeoff views are more consistently scenic and less obscured by urban development.
Flight Path
Flight path crosses the Indian Ocean, passes over the Arabian Peninsula (Oman and Saudi Arabia coastlines visible), crosses the Suez Canal or Red Sea region, continues over the Mediterranean, then over southern Europe and the Atlantic before reaching North America. Notable landmarks include the Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf, Arabian Desert, Nile Delta, Mediterranean coastline, and eventually the Rocky Mountains approaching LAX.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from XSP
RIGHTRight side offers views of the Strait of Malacca and the Malaysian Peninsula as the aircraft climbs northwestward. The left side faces the densely built-up urban sprawl of Singapore and Johor Bahru with minimal scenic distinction.
Landing at LAX
LEFTLeft side provides views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Mojave Desert as the aircraft descends into Southern California. The right side faces the Pacific Ocean with limited visual interest during final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Seletar (XSP) to Los Angeles International (LAX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Los Angeles. The takeoff sequence from Singapore offers more distinctive natural scenery with the Strait of Malacca and Malaysian Peninsula. While the landing into LAX is visually interesting with mountains and desert, the takeoff views are more consistently scenic and less obscured by urban development.
What can I see during takeoff from Seletar in Singapore?
During takeoff from Seletar (XSP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers views of the Strait of Malacca and the Malaysian Peninsula as the aircraft climbs northwestward. The left side faces the densely built-up urban sprawl of Singapore and Johor Bahru with minimal scenic distinction. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca, Malaysian Peninsula coastline, Johor Strait, Singapore Changi Bay.
What can I see when landing at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles?
When landing at Los Angeles International (LAX), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Sierra Nevada mountains and the Mojave Desert as the aircraft descends into Southern California. The right side faces the Pacific Ocean with limited visual interest during final approach. Notable sights include: Sierra Nevada range, Mojave Desert, San Bernardino Mountains, Los Angeles Basin urban grid.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Los Angeles?
The flight from Seletar (XSP) to Los Angeles International (LAX) takes 16h 20m.
What does the Singapore to Los Angeles flight path pass over?
Flight path crosses the Indian Ocean, passes over the Arabian Peninsula (Oman and Saudi Arabia coastlines visible), crosses the Suez Canal or Red Sea region, continues over the Mediterranean, then over southern Europe and the Atlantic before reaching North America. Notable landmarks include the Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf, Arabian Desert, Nile Delta, Mediterranean coastline, and eventually the Rocky Mountains approaching LAX.