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HKT → UTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Phuket International Airport (Phuket) to U-Tapao International Airport (Pattaya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the iconic Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts immediately after departure, followed by the emerald waters of the Gulf of Thailand and the Pattaya coastline.
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Phang Nga Bay
World-famous limestone karst formations rising vertically from the emerald green water.
Koh Panyi
The remarkable stilted sea-gypsy village visible among the mangroves and islands.
Samui Archipelago
On clear days, distant views of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao in the Gulf.
Pattaya & Koh Larn
Stunning views of the Pattaya city skyline and the white sands of Coral Island (Koh Larn) on final approach.
This is the 'scenic' side. For the best photos of Phang Nga Bay, ensure you are seated behind the wing. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Pattaya coastline approach. Keep your camera ready immediately after wheels-up, as the best views appear within the first 5-10 minutes.
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Phuket Northern Beaches
Aerial views of Mai Khao and Nai Yang beaches immediately after takeoff from HKT.
Khao Sok National Park
Distances views of the ancient rainforests and rugged mountain ridges of Southern Thailand.
Surat Thani River Deltas
The complex, winding river systems flowing into the Gulf of Thailand.
Map Ta Phut
A bird's-eye view of Thailand's largest industrial estate and deep-sea port near Rayong.
Choose this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun. While less scenic than the right, it provides a unique look at the dense jungle interior of the Malay Peninsula and the massive industrial infrastructure of the Eastern Seaboard during the descent.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 587 km (365 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Arrival: UTP (12.67990016937256, 101.00499725341795)
Route Type: Domestic
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