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HDY → DMK
Which side of the plane to sit from Hat Yai International Airport (Hat Yai) to Don Mueang International Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Gulf of Thailand coastline, including the Samui archipelago and the unique geography of the Thai peninsula.
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Songkhla Lake
Immediately after takeoff, see the vast expanse of Thailand's largest natural lake system.
Samui Archipelago
On clear days, spot Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and Ko Tao shimmering in the Gulf of Thailand.
Prachuap Khiri Khan Bays
Observe the stunning crescent-shaped bays and limestone karsts around Ao Manao and Khao Lom Muak.
Chao Phraya Delta
A birds-eye view of the winding river mouth and the industrial ports of Samut Prakan before landing.
The right side is best for morning flights to see the sunrise over the ocean. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the lake views and again mid-flight for the islands. During the approach to Don Mueang, this side typically offers a better view of the dense Bangkok city sprawl and the Chao Phraya River's path.
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Nakhon Si Thammarat Range
View the rugged, forest-clad peaks that form the backbone of the southern Thai peninsula.
Kaeng Krachan National Park
Extensive views of the dense rainforest and reservoirs near the border with Myanmar.
Phetchaburi Salt Pans
Intricate geometric patterns of coastal salt evaporation ponds visible during the descent into Bangkok.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun and to witness the sunset over the Tanaosri mountain range. It is also ideal for spotting the dense jungle terrain of the western national parks.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 776 km (482 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: HDY (6.933209896089999, 100.392997742)
Arrival: DMK (13.9125995636, 100.607002258)
Route Type: Domestic
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