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BKK → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to some of the world's most dramatic terrain, including distant views of the Himalayas and direct views of the Hindu Kush, the Caspian Sea, and the Pontic Mountains.
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The Himalayas
Distant but majestic views of the world's highest peaks visible to the north over India and Nepal.
Hindu Kush
Rugged, snow-capped peaks and dramatic high-altitude terrain across northern Afghanistan.
Caspian Sea
Glimpses of the southern shores of the world's largest inland body of water near the Iranian border.
Pontic Mountains
Lush, green mountain ranges along Turkey's Black Sea coast during the final hour of flight.
Bosphorus Strait
A potential view of the bridge connecting Asia and Europe depending on the landing pattern into IST.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. For the best experience, book a flight that traverses Central Asia during daylight hours. Request a seat ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Hindu Kush and Karakoram ranges which are the highlights of this route.
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Scenic views of the Thai coastline and the azure waters of the Bay of Bengal shortly after takeoff.
Thar Desert
The vast, arid landscapes and golden dunes spanning the border between India and Pakistan.
Zagros Mountains
Stunning aerial perspectives of the deep valleys and limestone ridges across western Iran.
Mesopotamian Plains
The historic fertile crescent between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers as you cross into Iraq.
Sea of Marmara
Final approach views of the southern Istanbul coastline and the historic Sultanahmet district.
On westbound flights departing Bangkok in the late morning or afternoon, the left side provides excellent views of the sunset over the Middle East. It is also preferred for seeing the historic center of Istanbul if the flight approaches IST from the south over the Sea of Marmara.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 7,512 km (4,668 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 50 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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