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CKG → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (Chongqing) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is slightly preferred for its spectacular views of the karst mountains in Guizhou and the meandering Mekong River during the transit through Laos, plus a superior angle for the Bangkok approach.
Guizhou Karst Peaks
Aerial views of the iconic limestone hills and deep river valleys of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau shortly after departure.
Mekong River Basin
Witness the massive Mekong River as it snakes through the dense tropical forests of northern Laos and the Thai border.
Vientiane Horizon
On clear days, the capital of Laos is visible as the flight transitions from the mountains into the flatter plains.
Thai Heartland
The vast, emerald-green rice paddies and agricultural grids of Central Thailand dominate the view during the descent.
Greater Bangkok
Excellent views of the sprawling urban density of eastern Bangkok as the plane lines up for the Suvarnabhumi runway.
Book an early morning flight on the left side to see the sun rising over the Mekong. If landing from the north, this side offers a better view of the Suvarnabhumi airport structure and the eastern suburbs. Avoid the wing area (rows 15-25 on most narrow-body jets) to ensure an unobstructed view of the karst topography.
Yunnan Highlands
Rugged, high-altitude terrain and the remote mountain ridges of Southwest China near the Myanmar border.
Golden Triangle
The confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet is visible to the far west.
Ping River Valley
Scenic views of the river systems that feed into the Chao Phraya, surrounded by the northern Thai mountain ranges.
Ayutthaya Ruins
The historical park and ancient temple complexes of the former Siamese capital can often be spotted north of Bangkok.
Chao Phraya River
Dramatic views of the winding 'River of Kings' as it flows through the heart of Bangkok toward the Gulf of Thailand.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers the best perspective of the Chao Phraya River and central Bangkok if the flight performs a southern approach over the Gulf. Keep a lookout for the historic temples of Ayutthaya about 15 minutes before landing.
Distance: 1,884 km (1,171 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: CKG (29.719200134277344, 106.64199829101562)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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