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KUL → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Strait of Malacca coastline, the dramatic Tenasserim mountain range bordering Myanmar, and a better angle of the Bangkok skyline during the standard approach into Suvarnabhumi.
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Kuala Lumpur Skyline
Aerial view of the Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower shortly after departure from KUL.
Strait of Malacca
Watch one of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous cargo ships dotting the turquoise water.
Tenasserim Hills
The rugged, jungle-clad mountains that form the natural border between Thailand and Myanmar.
Samut Sakhon Salt Pans
Geometric white and blue patches of traditional sea-salt evaporation ponds near the coast.
Bangkok Cityscape
On the final descent, enjoy a sprawling view of the Sukhumvit area and the dense urban core of Bangkok.
Book a window seat on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh tropical sun reflecting off the Gulf of Thailand. Look out roughly 45 minutes into the flight as you cross the Isthmus of Kra; the landscape narrows significantly here. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes for the salt pans and the Chao Phraya River bends.
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Titiwangsa Mountains
The 'backbone' of Peninsular Malaysia, featuring lush tropical rainforests and steep ridges.
Gulf of Thailand Islands
Distant views of the Samui Archipelago, including Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, depending on the flight corridor.
Chao Phraya Delta
The vast, fertile alluvial plain where Thailand's most important river meets the sea.
Laem Chabang Port
Massive container terminals and logistics hubs visible as the plane nears the Chonburi province.
Choose the right side for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the South China Sea. This side provides a better perspective of the rural wetlands and agricultural irrigation systems of central Thailand during the descent. It is also generally quieter for photography due to less glare during the first half of the trip.
Book Hotels in BangkokDistance: 1,221 km (759 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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