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DMK → UTH
Which side of the plane to sit from Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok) to Udon Thani Airport (Udon Thani)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more diverse landscape, featuring the dramatic rise of the Khorat Plateau, views of Khao Yai National Park in the distance, and the expansive Ubon Ratana Reservoir during the descent.
Khao Yai National Park
The dense, dark green canopy of the UNESCO World Heritage site is visible along the edge of the Khorat Plateau.
Pasak Jolasid Dam
A massive earthen dam and reservoir that appears as a vast blue expanse amidst the agricultural land.
Ubon Ratana Reservoir
The largest multi-purpose dam in the Northeast, providing a scenic highlight roughly 15-20 minutes before landing.
Isan Rural Life
Detailed views of traditional village layouts and the unique reddish-brown soil characteristic of the Udon Thani region.
This is the preferred side for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side. Look for the sharp 'step' in the landscape which marks the ascent onto the Khorat Plateau about halfway through the 1-hour flight.
Northern Bangkok View
Bird's eye view of the dense urban layout surrounding Don Mueang and the winding Chao Phraya River to the west.
Central Plain Paddies
Vast geometric patchworks of rice fields and irrigation canals that define Thailand's agricultural heartland.
Phetchabun Mountains
Distant views of the mountain range that separates the central plains from the northeastern region.
Horizon Sunsets
On late afternoon flights, this side offers an unobstructed view of the sunset over the horizon.
Choose this side for evening flights to avoid direct sunlight during the day and to catch the sunset. It is also better for seeing the sprawl of Pathum Thani and Ayutthaya shortly after takeoff.
Distance: 451 km (280 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Arrival: UTH (17.386400222800006, 102.788002014)
Route Type: Domestic
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