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CAN → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Pearl River Delta at takeoff, the lush Vietnamese coastline, and a spectacular entry into the Gulf of Thailand during the final approach.
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Pearl River Delta
Breathtaking aerial views of the massive urban clusters of Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge.
South China Sea Coast
Serene vistas of the coastline as the flight path passes over the Gulf of Tonkin near Hainan Island.
Vietnam Shoreline
Striking views of the turquoise waters and white sands near Da Nang and the central Vietnamese coast.
Mekong River Basin
The intricate web of the Mekong River system visible as you cross from Cambodia into Thailand.
Gulf of Thailand
A beautiful sweep of the coastline and industrial ports near Chonburi during the descent into Bangkok.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights are ideal for the left side as the sun is positioned on the right, providing perfect lighting for coastal photography without glare.
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Guangdong Karst
Rugged, green mountain peaks and limestone formations shortly after leaving the Guangzhou area.
Annamite Range
Dense, misty forest coverage over the mountains separating Vietnam and Laos.
Khorat Plateau
A vast patchwork of rice paddies and rural Thai landscapes as you traverse Eastern Thailand.
Bangkok Metropolis
A sprawling view of the dense urban fabric and the complex canal systems of suburban Bangkok.
The right side is excellent for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights. Look out for the distinct transition from the mountainous terrain of Laos to the flat, agricultural plains of Thailand's Isan region.
Book Hotels in BangkokDistance: 1,706 km (1,060 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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