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BKK → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged mountain ranges of Western Thailand and Myanmar, followed by the intricate river networks of the Irrawaddy Delta before the final approach into Kolkata.
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Tanintharyi Range
The forested mountain border between Thailand and Myanmar, featuring sharp ridges and deep green valleys.
Irrawaddy Delta
Myanmar's famous 'Rice Bowl', a vast expanse of emerald green paddy fields crisscrossed by endless waterways.
Arakan Mountains
The Rakhine Yoma mountain range, providing a dramatic final stretch of high terrain before the flight heads over the Bay of Bengal.
North Kolkata Suburbs
A detailed view of the high-density residential areas and the historic landscapes of West Bengal during the descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be behind the aircraft, perfectly illuminating the Myanmar mountain ranges. Look for the distinct change in water color from the deep blue of the Bay to the brownish-green of the delta silt. To avoid engine heat haze and wing obstruction, select a seat forward of row 15 or well behind the wing.
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Chao Phraya River
A sweeping view of the winding river and the dense urban landscape of Bangkok shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Martaban
The vast, silty waters where the Salween and Sittaung rivers empty into the Andaman Sea.
Sundarbans National Park
The world's largest mangrove forest, appearing as a massive, dark green tapestry of islands and narrow channels.
Hooghly River
The southern stretches of the Ganges distributary, dotted with ships and industrial settlements leading to the city.
Choose the left side for late afternoon flights to witness a spectacular sunset over the Bay of Bengal. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes before landing to capture the complex, fractal-like patterns of the Sundarbans delta. During the monsoon season (June–September), this side offers dramatic views of towering thunderheads over the ocean.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 1,637 km (1,017 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: International
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