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BKK → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is generally superior for this westward journey as it faces North, keeping the sun on the opposite side of the aircraft. This provides better lighting for photography and offers distant but majestic views of the Himalayan range and the vast Central Asian landscapes.
The Himalayas
On clear days, the northern horizon offers a breathtaking panorama of the world's highest peaks along the Tibetan border.
Kyzylkum Desert
The striking red sands and desolate, beautiful patterns of the Central Asian steppes in Uzbekistan.
Caspian Sea
A crossing over the world's largest inland body of water, showing the transition from desert to more temperate zones.
Volga River Delta
View the intricate network of the Volga River as it empties into the Caspian Sea near Astrakhan, Russia.
Carpathian Mountains
The forested, rolling peaks of the Carpathians stretching across Romania and Ukraine as you enter EU airspace.
The right side provides consistent indirect lighting, making it perfect for long-distance photography of the Himalayas. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain from the lush greenery of Southeast Asia to the stark arid basins of Central Asia approximately 4-6 hours into the flight.
Bay of Bengal
Initial views of the sprawling Irrawaddy Delta and the deep blue expanse of the Andaman Sea shortly after departure.
Hindu Kush
Dramatic views of the rugged, jagged peaks crossing through Afghanistan, often snow-capped even in summer.
Black Sea Coast
The southern transition from Asia into Europe, featuring the coastal lines of Turkey and Bulgaria.
Bavarian Alps
As the flight descends into Germany, the southern horizon often reveals the jagged silhouette of the Alps.
Frankfurt Skyline
If landing from the east, passengers on the left may see the impressive high-rises of Germany's financial hub.
On daytime flights, expect significant glare as the sun remains to the south. Keep window shades down during the middle of the flight to stay cool. This side is excellent for night flights to observe the dense city lights of Northern India and the Middle East.
Distance: 8,999 km (5,592 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 35 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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