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BKK → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the distant Himalayan range and the dramatic topography of the Arakan Mountains in Myanmar, along with better lighting conditions on morning flights.
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Arakan Mountains
Rugged, forest-clad ridges of Western Myanmar provide a dramatic contrast to the coastal plains.
Brahmaputra River
See the massive, braided channels of one of Asia's largest rivers cutting through the landscape.
Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, especially in winter, the snow-capped peaks of the Nepal Himalayas are visible in the distance.
Lucknow Cityscape
Aerial view of the historical capital of Uttar Pradesh as the flight enters the final descent phase.
Delhi NCR
Extensive views of the sprawling National Capital Region and its modern infrastructure before landing.
The right side is the 'mountain side'. For the best chance to see the Himalayas, choose a morning flight when the air is clearest and sit well behind the wing. During winter months, the smog over Northern India can be thick, so the high-altitude mountain views are your best scenic bet.
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Gulf of Martaban
View the unique silty waters and coastline of the Andaman Sea as you exit Myanmar.
Sundarbans Delta
The world's largest mangrove forest appears as a vast, dark green tapestry interlaced with water.
Ganges Basin
Witness the intricate patchwork of agricultural fields that sustain millions in the Indian heartland.
Holy Varanasi
If the flight path trends south, catch a glimpse of the ancient city and its famous river ghats.
Sit on the left for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Indian plains. This side also offers better views of the massive river systems of the Ganges-Brahmaputra delta during the mid-flight phase. Use a polarising filter for photos to cut through the haze often present over the plains.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 2,948 km (1,832 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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