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AKL → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Auckland International Airport (Auckland) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior departure view of the Hauraki Gulf and North Island coastline, followed by excellent perspectives of the Indonesian archipelago and a scenic approach over the Gulf of Thailand.
Hauraki Gulf
Stunning departure views of Rangitoto Island, Waiheke Island, and the Coromandel Peninsula.
Great Barrier Reef
Distal views of the turquoise coral formations if the flight path tracks over the Queensland coast.
Indonesian Archipelago
Breathtaking views of small tropical islands and coral atolls scattered across the Flores Sea.
Gulf of Thailand
A view of the busy shipping lanes, fishing fleets, and the coastal city of Pattaya on approach.
Chao Phraya Delta
Lush green rice paddies and the meandering river systems that surround the Bangkok metropolitan area.
Secure a window on the right for the most iconic exit from New Zealand. On the approach to Bangkok, the right side typically offers a clear view of the coastline and the Gulf of Thailand's emerald waters. Since this flight heads northwest, the right side will be the 'shady' side for much of the journey, reducing glare for photography of the Indonesian islands.
Tasman Sea Crossing
Expansive views of the deep blue Tasman Sea shortly after leaving the New Zealand coast.
Northern Territory Outback
Aerial views of the rugged, red-earthed landscapes of Northern Australia's Top End.
Java Volcanic Chain
Dramatic silhouettes of active volcanoes along the spine of the Indonesian island of Java.
Andaman Sea Islands
Clusters of tropical islands and turquoise reefs as the flight nears the Malay Peninsula.
Bangkok Suburbs
Dense urban sprawl and intricate canal systems on the final descent into Suvarnabhumi.
The left side is ideal for sunset views on afternoon departures from Auckland, as the sun will set to the south-west. Keep an eye out for the distinctive red hues of the Australian desert roughly 5-6 hours into the flight. During the descent into BKK, this side often sees the industrial zones and expanding residential grids of eastern Bangkok.
Distance: 9,555 km (5,937 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 14 min
Departure: AKL (-37.0080986023, 174.792007446)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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