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DMK → CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Luang Prabang mountain range in Laos and the dramatic karst landscapes of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau as you enter Chinese airspace.
Bangkok Skyline
A sweeping view of the sprawling Thai capital and the dense urban landscape surrounding Don Mueang shortly after takeoff.
Northern Thai Highlands
The lush, green mountains of Northern Thailand provide a textured landscape of deep valleys and forested ridges.
Mekong River Bend
The mighty Mekong is often visible as the flight path crosses the border between Thailand, Laos, and eventually towards China.
Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau
Dramatic karst limestone formations and high-altitude plateaus that define the rugged terrain of Southern China.
Wuling Mountain Foothills
As you approach Hunan, the scenery shifts to steep, mist-covered peaks typical of the region near Zhangjiajie.
Book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun is on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for the karst mountains without glare. The transition from the flat plains of Thailand to the vertical terrain of Southern China is the visual highlight of this route.
Central Plains of Thailand
The 'rice bowl' of Asia, featuring a geometric tapestry of paddy fields and irrigation canals stretching to the horizon.
Khorat Plateau Edge
View of the escarpments that define the boundary of Northeastern Thailand (Isan) and the rolling hills of the region.
Nam Ngum Reservoir
A massive body of water in Laos that sparkles blue against the dark green surrounding forests.
Guangxi Borderlands
Distant views of the iconic limestone hills that make the region near Guilin world-famous.
Xiang River & Dongting Lake
During descent into Changsha, watch for the vast river networks and the massive Dongting Lake basin to the north.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Indochina peninsula. During the final 30 minutes of flight, keep your eyes peeled for the intricate river systems of Hunan, which are especially beautiful during the golden hour.
Distance: 2,054 km (1,276 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min
Departure: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: International
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