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BKK → CGP
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Shah Amanat International Airport (Chittagong)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse landscapes, including the rugged mountain ranges of the Thai-Myanmar border and the dramatic Arakan Mountains in Myanmar, culminating in the lush hills of the Chittagong region.
Tenasserim Hills
The densely forested mountain range forming the natural border between Thailand and Myanmar shortly after departure.
Yangon Environs
Distant views of the plains surrounding Myanmar's largest city and the occasional glint of golden pagodas.
Arakan Mountains
The high, mist-covered ridges of the Rakhine Yoma range which provide a dramatic backdrop for much of the mid-flight.
Chittagong Hill Tracts
Lush, rolling green hills and tribal settlements visible during the final descent into CGP.
For the best experience, sit forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the mountain views. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the Arakan Mountains. Note that during the monsoon season (June to September), cloud cover is frequent over these ranges, so winter months offer the clearest visibility.
Gulf of Martaban
Expansive views of the shallow arm of the Andaman Sea where major rivers discharge silt into the ocean.
Irrawaddy Delta
A sprawling network of river branches and fertile agricultural land in the southern tip of Myanmar.
Rakhine Coastline
Striking white sand beaches and small islands dotted along the Bay of Bengal shoreline.
Karnaphuli River Mouth
The busy shipping lanes and numerous cargo vessels waiting to enter the Port of Chittagong.
This side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the water. Watch for the dramatic color shift in the ocean as river sediments mix with the deep blue of the Bay of Bengal. During clear weather, the coastline of the Rakhine State is exceptionally photogenic.
Distance: 1,341 km (833 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: CGP (22.24959945678711, 91.81330108642578)
Route Type: International
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