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8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rising Shan Plateau foothills to the east, clear views of the Mandalay urban area, and a better angle for spotting the Shwedagon Pagoda on the final approach into Yangon.

Left Side Highlights
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Irrawaddy Confluence

Just north of Myitkyina, the N'Mai and Mali rivers join to form the great Irrawaddy River.

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Shan Plateau Foothills

Dramatic views of the rolling green highlands that define the border between central Myanmar and Shan State.

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Mandalay Cityscape

Excellent views of the Mandalay Palace moat and the sprawling city grid halfway through the flight.

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Bago Yoma Ridges

The central mountain range of Myanmar appearing as long, forested north-south ridges.

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Shwedagon Pagoda

The massive golden spire is often visible reflecting the sun during the descent into Yangon.

Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Shan hills perfectly. Avoid sitting over the wing (usually rows 10-18) for unobstructed views of the Mandalay palace moat. During the monsoon season (June to October), cloud cover is frequent, so the dry season (November to February) is the best time for photography.

Right Side Highlights
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Irrawaddy River Meanders

Follow the winding path of Myanmar's most important waterway as it snakes through the valley.

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Sagaing Hills

A dense concentration of white and gold pagodas dotting the hillsides along the western bank of the river.

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Mount Popa

The isolated volcanic plug, a sacred site topped with monasteries, is often visible in the distance to the southwest.

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Central Dry Zone

Observe the unique geometric agricultural patterns of the arid heartland of Myanmar.

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Hlawga Lake

A large, scenic reservoir and wildlife park passed just before touching down at Yangon International.

On afternoon flights, the right side may experience significant glare from the sun. However, it is the better side for tracking the river's path throughout the journey. Watch for the change in landscape from the lush north to the parched central dry zone and finally to the verdant delta region near Yangon.

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Route Information

Distance: 951 km (591 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min

Departure: MYT (25.38360023498535, 97.35189819335938)

Arrival: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)

Route Type: Domestic

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