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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior mix of coastal vistas, the rugged Cardamom Mountains, and the dramatic approach over the Mekong-Tonle Sap river confluence.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Gulf of Thailand

Distant glimpses of the blue waters and the coastal regions of Chonburi and Rayong.

⛰️

Cardamom Mountains

Rugged, jungle-covered peaks along the border region between Thailand and Cambodia.

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Mekong-Tonle Sap Junction

The iconic Chaktomuk where the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers meet near the city center.

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Phnom Penh Skyline

Prime view of the central business district, the Royal Palace, and the Independence Monument during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sun reflecting off the Mekong River. During the final descent, this side provides an unparalleled view of the Royal Palace and the riverside area. The Cardamom Mountains are most impressive in the early morning when mist clings to the peaks.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Bangkok Outskirts

View the sprawling residential developments and industrial zones of eastern Bangkok immediately after takeoff.

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Agricultural Heartland

Vast expanses of rice paddies stretching across the Thai-Cambodian border regions.

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Tonle Sap Lake

The largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia is often visible to the north during the mid-flight segment.

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Phnom Penh North

Clear views of the developing northern residential districts and local villages during descent.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the massive Tonle Sap Lake about 20 minutes before landing, which changes size significantly between the dry and wet seasons.

Top Activities in Phnom-penh
Route Information

Distance: 504 km (313 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 50 min

Departure: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)

Arrival: PNH (11.546600341796877, 104.84400177001952)

Route Type: International

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