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BKK → PER
Which side of the plane to sit from Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok) to Perth International Airport (Perth)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the stunning turquoise transition of the Western Australian coastline, the Ningaloo Reef, and the potential for a breathtaking Indian Ocean sunset.
Gulf of Thailand
Views of the coastal resorts and tropical islands of Southern Thailand shortly after take-off from BKK.
Ningaloo Reef
The world's largest fringing coral reef, visible as a bright turquoise ribbon against the deep blue Indian Ocean.
Shark Bay
The distinctive W-shaped coastline of this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its hypersaline lagoons.
Indian Ocean Sunset
On late afternoon flights, this side provides an unobstructed front-row seat to the sun dipping below the western horizon.
Rottnest Island
A clear view of Perth's favorite island getaway and its surrounding reefs just minutes before landing.
The right side is essential for afternoon departures to witness the sunset over the water. For the best views of the WA coastline (Ningaloo and Shark Bay), look out approximately 90 to 120 minutes before landing. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through atmospheric haze and water reflections.
Bangkok Skyline
Aerial views of the Chao Phraya River and the dense urban landscape of the Thai capital during departure.
Javanese Volcanoes
Distant views of the dramatic volcanic peaks across the Indonesian archipelago, particularly over Central and East Java.
Australian Outback
The stark transition to the deep reds and ochres of the Pilbara and Gascoyne regions as the plane enters Australian airspace.
Salt Lakes
Shimmering white ephemeral salt pans scattered across the Western Australian interior, creating geometric natural patterns.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is better for observing the geological diversity of the Australian interior and the high-altitude peaks of Java's volcanoes. Keep your window shade down during the mid-flight ocean crossing to reduce cabin heat.
Distance: 5,326 km (3,309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 16 min
Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Arrival: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)
Route Type: International
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