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CNX → HKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai) to Phuket International Airport (Phuket)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior for this route because it offers the most iconic views of the limestone karsts in Phang Nga Bay during the descent into Phuket, along with a broad perspective of the Gulf of Thailand's coastline.
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Central Thai Plains
A patchwork of vibrant green rice paddies and intricate irrigation canals stretching across the heart of Thailand.
Bangkok Outskirts
On clear days, the distant urban sprawl and skyscrapers of the capital are visible to the east.
Gulf of Thailand
The beautiful transition from the muddy estuaries of the central region to the deep blue of the Gulf.
Phang Nga Bay
The highlight of the trip, featuring dramatic limestone cliffs and emerald waters as you approach Phuket.
Phuket Shoreline
Views of the eastern marinas and small offshore islands like Koh Naka Yai and Koh Panyee.
Book a window seat well forward of the wing to capture the best photos of Phang Nga Bay. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting for the islands, while the afternoon sun can cause glare on this side. During the final approach, the plane often banks right, giving left-side passengers a panoramic view of the karst formations.
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Tenasserim Range
The rugged, forest-clad mountains that form the natural border between Thailand and Myanmar.
Khao Sok National Park
Dense ancient rainforests and the massive, turquoise Cheow Lan Lake visible in the distance.
Andaman Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged western coast and the turquoise Andaman Sea as the plane nears the peninsula.
Sunset Horizon
On late afternoon flights, this side offers front-row seats to spectacular tropical sunsets over the sea.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon or evening flights to watch the sun set over the Andaman Sea. If the wind requires a northern approach, you might see the famous Mai Khao beach just seconds before touchdown. Keep your eyes peeled for the distinct turquoise waters of the Similan Islands in the far distance on exceptionally clear days.
Book Hotels in PhuketDistance: 1,187 km (738 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: CNX (18.7667999268, 98.962600708)
Arrival: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Route Type: Domestic
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