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BKK → MEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Melbourne International Airport (Melbourne)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the spectacular Indonesian volcanic arc and the vivid red transitions of the Australian outback during sunrise.
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Gulf of Thailand
Early flight views of the turquoise waters and the coastline bordering Cambodia.
Bali & Lombok
Stunning aerial perspectives of Mount Agung and Mount Rinjani during the transit across Indonesia.
The Kimberley
The dramatic red sandstone cliffs and rugged terrain of North-Western Australia.
Central Australian Deserts
Vast, mesmerizing expanses of red sand dunes and ancient geological formations.
Victorian Highlands
Lush green ranges and the Yarra Valley as the aircraft begins its final descent.
On the standard overnight BKK-MEL flight, the left side is essential for witnessing the sunrise over the Australian desert. Approximately 5-6 hours in, watch for the shift from the Indian Ocean to the iron-rich red earth of the Kimberley region. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the high-altitude haze.
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Malay Peninsula
Glimpses of the islands scattered across the Andaman Sea and the Isthmus of Kra.
Java Volcanic Chain
Views of East Java's active peaks, including the famous Mount Bromo complex.
Eighty Mile Beach
The striking meeting point of the Great Sandy Desert and the turquoise Indian Ocean.
Salt Lake Basins
Large, shimmering white salt pans like Lake Macleod visible in the arid interior.
Melbourne Cityscape
Panoramic views of the CBD, Docklands, and Port Phillip Bay on the landing approach.
The right side is best for afternoon departures to capture the sunset over Southeast Asia. On descent into Melbourne, if the wind is from the south, this side offers the most iconic views of the city skyline and the Great Ocean Road coastline in the distance. Check the flight path on the IFE for the crossing of the WA coastline.
Book Hotels in MelbourneDistance: 7,332 km (4,556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 38 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: MEL (-37.673302, 144.843002)
Route Type: International
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