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DMK → MAQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) to Mae Sot Airport (Tak)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic mountain ranges bordering Myanmar and a better perspective of the Mae Sot valley during the final descent.
Bangkok Suburbs
View the sprawling residential districts of Nonthaburi and Pathum Thani shortly after departure from Don Mueang.
Central Plains
Expansive views of the 'Rice Bowl' of Thailand, featuring a grid-like pattern of emerald green rice paddies and irrigation canals.
Thanon Thong Chai Range
As the flight nears Tak province, the terrain shifts from flat plains to rugged, forest-clad limestone mountains.
Moei River
Depending on the wind direction, the approach may offer views of the Moei River, which serves as the natural border between Thailand and Myanmar.
Mae Sot Skyline
A clear view of the growing border town nestled in a high-altitude valley surrounded by peaks.
Book a window seat on the left (usually Seat A) for the most dramatic views of the Dawna Range mountains. Morning flights (7-9 AM) are best to avoid the afternoon haze and to see the mist clinging to the valleys. During the rainy season (June-October), the landscape is incredibly lush and green, though clouds may frequent the mountain peaks.
DMK Airfield
Excellent views of the Don Mueang runways and the Royal Thai Air Force base immediately after a northbound takeoff.
Ayutthaya Vicinity
Potential distant glimpses of the ancient temple ruins and the surrounding historic island city.
Ping River Valley
Aerial views of the river systems that feed into the Chao Phraya as the flight progresses toward the northwest.
Tak Highlands
Dense tropical forests and protected national park areas visible as the aircraft descends toward the airport.
The right side (Seat F) is excellent for observing the industrial and agricultural development of Central Thailand. It often provides a clearer view of the sun during morning flights, so bring sunglasses. Watch for the sharp transition from the flat Chao Phraya basin to the mountainous terrain of the western highlands about 30 minutes into the flight.
Distance: 381 km (237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 38 min
Departure: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Arrival: MAQ (16.699899673461914, 98.54509735107422)
Route Type: Domestic
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