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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Andaman Sea coastline, the rugged Rakhine coast of Myanmar, and the intricate, sprawling river networks of the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta as you descend into Bangladesh.

Left Side Highlights
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Chao Phraya Delta

Immediately after takeoff from BKK, watch for the winding Chao Phraya River and the vast industrial and aquaculture landscape of the Gulf of Thailand's northern coast.

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Andaman Sea Coastline

As the flight crosses into Myanmar, the left side provides a vantage point over the Gulf of Martaban and the pristine turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.

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Rakhine Archipelago

View the dramatic coastline of western Myanmar, featuring numerous small islands, limestone cliffs, and hidden coves along the Bay of Bengal.

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Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta

During the descent into Dhaka, witness one of the world's largest deltas, characterized by a complex web of sediment-rich brown rivers and emerald green floodplains.

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Meghna River Confluence

Just before landing, look for the massive Meghna River, dotted with traditional cargo boats and ferries that form the lifeline of Bangladesh's transport system.

On afternoon flights, the left side faces south/southwest, meaning you may encounter direct sunlight; keep your window shade partially down until over the Bay of Bengal. This side is premier for sunset views if your flight departs BKK in the late afternoon. For the best views of the delta's fractal patterns, a seat behind the wing is recommended to allow for wide-angle photography.

Right Side Highlights
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Dawna Mountain Range

Cross the rugged border between Thailand and Myanmar, seeing the dense tropical canopy covering the sharp peaks of the Dawna Range.

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Western Forest Complex

Observe one of the largest protected forest areas in Southeast Asia, appearing as an endless carpet of deep green mountains.

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Arakan Mountains

The right side looks toward the northern ridges of the Arakan Yoma, which form a natural barrier between the central Myanmar plains and the coast.

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Chittagong Hill Tracts

As you enter Bangladeshi airspace, you can see the distant rolling hills of the Chittagong region to the northeast, contrasting with the flat delta ahead.

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Greater Dhaka Sprawl

Experience the sheer density of Dhaka as you approach Hazrat Shahjalal International, with views of the bustling urban landscape and emerging high-rises.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a more terrestrial view of the mountain ranges separating the Indian subcontinent from Southeast Asia. If visibility is high, you can occasionally spot the distant peaks of the Chin State mountains. Sit toward the front to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the mountain ridges.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,568 km (974 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min

Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)

Arrival: DAC (23.843347, 90.397783)

Route Type: International

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