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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the diverse inland geography, ranging from the rugged Arakan Mountains in Myanmar to the dense jungle ranges of the Thai-Myanmar border and the sprawling central plains of Thailand.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Arakan Mountains

Dramatic views of the Rakhine Yoma mountain range, featuring sharp ridges and deep valleys shortly after crossing the Myanmar border.

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Irrawaddy Delta Edges

The eastern horizon reveals the vast, fertile plains and the intricate network of water channels forming the Irrawaddy river basin.

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Bilauktuang Range

Lush, jungle-clad peaks along the Tenasserim Hills that define the natural border between Myanmar and Thailand.

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Bangkok Urban Sprawl

A panoramic view of the massive Bangkok metropolitan area, including the winding Chao Phraya River on the approach to BKK.

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Chittagong Hill Tracts

Immediately after takeoff, witness the rolling green hills and river systems of southeastern Bangladesh.

Morning flights are highly recommended for the left side to avoid the harsh afternoon sun and glare. During the descent into Bangkok, watch for the shift from high mountain ranges to the perfectly flat, neon-green rice paddies of central Thailand. If the plane approaches from the north, you will have a clear view of the city center skyscrapers.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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St. Martin's Island

A rare view of Bangladesh's only coral island, appearing as a tiny turquoise gem at the mouth of the Naf River.

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Rakhine Coastline

Scenic stretches of white sandy beaches and rocky outcrops along the Bay of Bengal in western Myanmar.

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Bay of Bengal

Vast, deep blue oceanic vistas that dominate the first half of the flight path during the cruise phase.

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Gulf of Thailand

Upon arrival, view the busy shipping lanes and the mouth of the Chao Phraya River emptying into the gulf.

Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to witness spectacular sunsets over the Bay of Bengal. Keep a close eye out early in the flight for the coastal boundary between Bangladesh and Myanmar, which is visually distinct from the air. This side also provides better views of the offshore islands near the Thai coast during the final landing pattern if the aircraft approaches from the south.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,341 km (833 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min

Departure: CGP (22.24959945678711, 91.81330108642578)

Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)

Route Type: International

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