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CCU → RGN
Which side of the plane to sit from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata) to Yangon International Airport (Yangon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Sundarbans mangrove forest and the lush Rakhine mountain range as the flight transitions from the Indian subcontinent into Myanmar territory.
Sundarbans Mangrove Forest
The world's largest mangrove forest appears as a vast, dark green labyrinth of tidal waterways shortly after takeoff.
Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta
View the intricate network of silt-laden river channels and islands that form this massive geographic feature.
Rakhine Mountains
The lush, forested peaks of the Arakan Yoma rise prominently as the aircraft crosses the border into Myanmar.
Irrawaddy River Basin
The fertile plains of the Irrawaddy Delta come into view, characterized by emerald green rice paddies.
Rural Pagodas
Distant golden spires of village pagodas can be seen glinting in the sunlight across the Myanmar countryside.
Book a morning flight for the best lighting on the forest canopy and to avoid the heavy afternoon haze. During the winter months (November to February), the air is clearest, offering sharp views of the Rakhine mountain ridges. Look for the Shwedagon Pagoda's golden glow on the horizon during the final approach.
Sagar Island
A sacred island at the confluence of the Hooghly River and the Bay of Bengal, visible during the initial ascent.
Bay of Bengal
An expansive vista of the deep blue sea, often dotted with cargo ships waiting to enter the Kolkata or Haldia ports.
Irrawaddy Delta Mouths
The dramatic sight of the 'fingers' of land where the great Irrawaddy River meets the northern Andaman Sea.
Sunlight Reflection
On afternoon flights, the sun reflects brilliantly off the coastal waters and the winding tributaries of the delta.
Yangon River Estuary
Observe the busy maritime activity and the winding river path as the aircraft lines up for landing.
This side is spectacular for sunset views on late afternoon flights. Use a polarizing filter if taking photos to cut through the sea mist. Keep an eye out for the unique geography of the river mouths which demonstrate the powerful sediment discharge of the region.
Distance: 1,027 km (638 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Arrival: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)
Route Type: International
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