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DMK → CJM
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) to Chumphon Airport (Chumphon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a diverse vista of Bangkok's urban sprawl, the iconic salt pans of Phetchaburi, and the dramatic Tenasserim mountain range bordering Myanmar.
Chao Phraya River
The massive 'S' curve of the river cutting through the heart of the Bangkok metropolis.
Salt Fields
The geometric patterns of the Phetchaburi salt pans reflecting sunlight during the cruise phase.
Tenasserim Range
The rugged, forested mountains that form the natural border with Myanmar to the west.
Palm Plantations
Dense, symmetrical patterns of coconut and oil palm groves as you approach the province.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the mountains. It offers the best view of the departure from Bangkok, providing a sense of scale of the city's size. Watch for the salt fields about 15 minutes after takeoff.
Gulf of Thailand
Expansive views of the deep blue gulf waters as the plane tracks south along the coast.
Khao Sam Roi Yot
Striking limestone karsts of the 'Mountain of Three Hundred Peaks' National Park.
Prachuap Bays
Aerial perspective of the crescent-shaped bays of Prachuap Khiri Khan and Ao Manao.
Chumphon Archipelago
Scattered small islands and coral reefs visible during the final descent into CJM.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane. This side is ideal for spotting the unique geography of Khao Sam Roi Yot approximately 25 minutes after takeoff. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the sea haze.
Distance: 381 km (237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Arrival: CJM (10.711199760437012, 99.36170196533205)
Route Type: Domestic
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