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CSX → DMK
Which side of the plane to sit from Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha) to Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the world-famous Guilin karst formations and superior viewing of the Mekong River valley as it snakes through the Indochinese Highlands.
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Guilin Karst Peaks
Spectacular limestone 'tooth' mountains and pillar formations passing through northern Guangxi province.
The Mekong River
Stunning views of the mighty Mekong as it serves as the international border between Laos and Thailand.
Luang Prabang Highlands
Deep green, mist-covered mountains of northern Laos, offering a pristine wilderness vista.
Chao Phraya Basin
The 'Rice Bowl of Asia,' featuring a geometric patchwork of vibrant green paddy fields.
Indochina Sunset
On afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to spectacular golden hour horizons over the mountains.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for karst landscape enthusiasts. Watch the ground approximately 35-50 minutes into the flight for the best limestone formations. For afternoon departures, use a window shade or polarizer to manage the bright sunlight over the Thai plains.
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Xiang River
Visible shortly after departure, winding through the city of Changsha and the Hunan countryside.
Annamite Range
Distant views of the rugged mountain chain that forms the natural border between Laos and Vietnam.
Mekong Delta Fringe
On clear days, the vast agricultural wetlands of the lower Mekong basin appear to the southeast.
Pathum Thani Suburbs
Dense urban sprawl and intricate canal systems as the aircraft approaches the northern edge of Bangkok.
Wat Dhammakaya
A massive, saucer-shaped golden temple complex visible during the final descent into Don Mueang.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the western sun. During the final approach to DMK, the left side often provides a clearer view of the sprawling Bangkok city skyline if the aircraft arrives from the north.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 2,054 km (1,276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min
Departure: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Arrival: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Route Type: International
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