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DMK → SNO
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) to Sakon Nakhon Airport (Sakon Nakhon)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the transition from the flat Central Plains to the rugged edges of the Phetchabun mountain range and the massive Pasak Jolasid Dam.
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Pathum Thani Urban Grid
Immediately after takeoff, see the sprawling residential developments and canals of northern Greater Bangkok.
Pasak Jolasid Dam
A massive reservoir in Lopburi province known for its long earthen dam and scenic water vistas.
Phetchabun Mountains
The geographical boundary between Central Thailand and the Isan plateau, featuring steep limestone and forested ridges.
Isan Mosaic
Intricate patterns of rice paddies and sugar cane fields characteristic of the Khon Kaen and Kalasin provinces.
Choose the left side (Seat A) to see the sun illuminate the mountain ridges during afternoon flights. It offers the best view of the Pasak Jolasid Dam approximately 15 minutes into the flight. During the rainy season (June-October), the landscape is a vibrant, lush emerald green.
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Bangkok Skyline
Distances views of the city's skyscraper core to the south as the plane climbs out of Don Mueang.
Khorat Plateau Edge
Observation of the vast, slightly elevated plateau that defines the geography of Northeastern Thailand.
Chi River Bends
Watch the sinuous, snake-like curves of the Chi River as it meanders through the arid plateau floor.
Nong Han Lake
The largest natural freshwater lake in Northeast Thailand, visible just before descending into Sakon Nakhon.
Sit on the right (Seat F) for the best views of Nong Han Lake during the final approach. This side is also better for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare, providing clearer views of the agricultural patterns and river systems of the Isan region.
Book Hotels in Sakon NakhonDistance: 524 km (326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Arrival: SNO (17.195100784301758, 104.11900329589844)
Route Type: Domestic
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