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ALA → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Almaty Airport (Alma-ata) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled vantage point of the world's highest mountain ranges, including the Tian Shan and distant views of the Himalayas, followed by the lush river valleys of Myanmar and the sprawling approach into Bangkok.
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Khan Tengri & Pobeda Peak
The highest and most majestic summits of the Tian Shan range.
Kunlun Mountains
A massive, glacier-capped mountain chain forming the northern edge of Tibet.
Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, the distant but unmistakable silhouette of the world's highest peaks to the southwest.
Salween River Valley
Aerial views of one of the longest free-flowing rivers in Asia.
Bangkok Cityscape
A panoramic view of the Chao Phraya River and the dense skyscrapers of Bangkok during the descent.
The right side is generally the prime choice for this route to avoid direct sun glare on morning departures. It provides the best perspective of the highest mountain peaks and the dramatic transition into the Irrawaddy and Chao Phraya plains. During the final approach to BKK, this side often offers a spectacular view of the Gulf of Thailand or the urban sprawl of the city depending on the landing direction.
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Dramatic snowy peaks immediately visible after takeoff from Almaty.
Tarim Basin
The edge of the vast Taklamakan Desert and its shifting sand dunes.
Tibetan Plateau Lakes
Stunning high-altitude turquoise lakes scattered across the remote plateau.
Three Parallel Rivers
The deep gorges where the Yangtze, Mekong, and Salween rivers flow closely together.
Northern Thai Highlands
Rolling green hills and dense forests as you enter Thai airspace.
Choose the left side for morning flights if you want to see the sunrise over the mountains, though glare can be intense. This side is superior for observing the intricate river systems of Yunnan and the high-altitude wetlands of central Tibet. Watch for the dramatic change from arid plateau to tropical greenery as you cross into Southeast Asia.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 4,000 km (2,485 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 42 min
Departure: ALA (43.35210037231445, 77.04049682617188)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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