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BKK → HDY
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Hat Yai International Airport (Hat Yai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand coastline, the famous Samui archipelago, and a spectacular aerial perspective of the vast Songkhla Lake during the final descent.
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Gulf of Thailand
Continuous views of the deep blue gulf waters as the plane tracks south along the peninsula.
Samui Archipelago
Aerial views of Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and Ko Tao shimmering in the turquoise sea midway through the flight.
Songkhla Lake
A massive lagoon system that is Thailand's largest natural lake, visible shortly before touchdown.
Nakhon Si Thammarat Coast
Long stretches of white sandy beaches and fishing villages lining the eastern shore.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise over the ocean. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the islands. The descent into Hat Yai from the north usually follows the coastline, making the transition from sea to the massive Songkhla Lake very dramatic.
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Tenasserim Range
The rugged mountain spine of the Malay Peninsula that forms the natural border between Thailand and Myanmar.
Sam Roi Yot Peaks
Dramatic limestone karsts rising sharply from the coastal plains in Prachuap Khiri Khan.
Agricultural Patterns
Intricate geometric layouts of rubber and oil palm plantations that dominate the Southern Thai landscape.
Surat Thani Cityscape
A glimpse of the Tapee River winding through the regional hub of Surat Thani.
The right side is preferred for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun reflecting off the water. Look for the sharp limestone cliffs of national parks early in the flight. During the monsoon season (October–December), the clouds often build up over the mountains on this side, which can offer beautiful cloudscape photography.
Book Hotels in Hat YaiDistance: 751 km (467 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: HDY (6.933209896089999, 100.392997742)
Route Type: Domestic
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