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Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic mountain ranges on this route, specifically the rugged Hindu Kush and the snow-capped Greater Caucasus range including Mount Elbrus.

Right Side Highlights
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Irrawaddy Delta

The vast, fertile river system of Myanmar visible during the first hour of flight.

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Hindu Kush

Spectacular high-altitude peaks and deep valleys across Afghanistan.

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Caspian Sea

A crossing over the northern portion of the world's largest inland body of water.

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Greater Caucasus

Breathtaking views of the main mountain range, featuring Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest peak.

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Carpathian Mountains

The forested, arc-shaped mountain range stretching through Romania and Central Europe.

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Lower Rhine Region

Dense urban landscapes and industrial heritage of Western Germany and the approach to Belgium.

The right side is ideal for capturing the rugged terrain of Central Asia and the Caucasus. For the typical late-night departure from BKK, sunrise usually occurs over the Black Sea or Eastern Europe; the right side offers spectacular dawn colors without the direct blinding glare of the southern sun.

Left Side Highlights
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Andaman Sea

Scenic coastal views of the Thai and Myanmar archipelagos shortly after takeoff.

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Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta

Aerial view of the massive river networks and green plains of Bangladesh and West Bengal.

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Thar Desert

The golden sands and arid landscapes stretching across the border of India and Pakistan.

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Mount Ararat

The legendary snow-capped volcanic peak near the junction of Turkey, Armenia, and Iran.

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Bosphorus Strait

A glimpse of the waterway separating Asia and Europe near the historic city of Istanbul.

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The Alps

Distant but majestic views of the southern peaks of the Austrian and German Alps during the final leg.

On westbound flights from BKK, the left side faces south. During daylight hours, this side is prone to intense sun glare which can make photography difficult. Choose this side for better views of the illuminated cities of the Middle East and Southern Europe if you are on a night flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 9,262 km (5,755 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 54 min

Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)

Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)

Route Type: International

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