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BKK → CKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the rugged Northern Laos mountain ranges and the spectacular urban approach into Chongqing, which is often referred to as the 'Mountain City'.
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Bangkok Metropolis
Panoramic views of the sprawling urban density of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya River loop upon departure.
Luang Prabang Range
Bird's eye view of the dense, mist-covered mountain peaks of Northern Laos near the border with Thailand.
Yunnan Plateau Edge
Observation of the deep river gorges and high-altitude plateaus as the flight enters Southern China.
Chongqing Urban Core
A breathtaking view of the dense skyscraper clusters and the mountainous urban landscape during the final descent.
Book a seat in the front third of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction. For evening flights, the left side receives the golden hour light and sunset over the high plateaus of China. Visibility is best during the dry season (November to February).
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The Mekong River
Multiple sightings of the winding Mekong River as it acts as a natural border between Thailand and Laos.
Annamite Cordillera
Distant but clear views of the rugged mountain range that separates Laos from Vietnam.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
The unique and famous limestone karst landscape of Guizhou province characterized by thousands of small peaks.
Yangtze River Basin
Views of the massive Yangtze River and its tributaries as they carve through the hills approaching Chongqing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides the best view of the karst topography in Southern China, which is particularly striking when the morning mist sits in the valleys.
Book Hotels in ChongqingDistance: 1,884 km (1,171 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Route Type: International
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