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NYU → HEH
Which side of the plane to sit from Bagan Airport (Bagan) to Heho Airport (Heho)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a spectacular view of the volcanic Mount Popa shortly after takeoff and offers a better perspective of the rolling Shan Hills and the Inle Lake basin during the final approach.
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Mount Popa
The iconic volcanic plug topped with a golden monastery, rising sharply from the surrounding Myingyan Plain.
Kalaw Highlands
Lush pine forests and tea plantations typical of the cooler high-altitude regions near Kalaw.
Thazi-Kalaw Railway
The engineering marvel of the railway line visible as it winds through steep mountain passes.
Inle Lake Basin
The expansive valley housing the famous Inle Lake, visible to the south during the descent into Heho.
The view of Mount Popa happens quickly after departure from NYU, so stay alert. During the winter months (November to February), the air is crystal clear, making the distant shimmering waters of Inle Lake much easier to spot on the horizon.
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Bagan Archaeological Zone
Aerial view of the thousands of ancient pagodas and temples scattered across the plain immediately after takeoff.
Panlaung River Valley
The winding riverbed that snakes through the northern foothills of the Shan Plateau.
Northern Shan Escarpment
Sharp limestone ridges that mark the dramatic rise from the central dry zone to the highlands.
Sit near the front of the cabin to get an unobstructed view of the Bagan temples before the plane turns east. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the landscape and the mist in the valleys.
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Get eSIMs for BurmaDistance: 199 km (124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: NYU (21.178800582885746, 94.9301986694336)
Arrival: HEH (20.746999740600582, 96.79199981689452)
Route Type: Domestic
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