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PER → HKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Perth International Airport (Perth) to Phuket International Airport (Phuket)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer coastal views of Western Australia, the Right Side is the clear winner for the approach into Phuket, offering iconic views of the Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts and the Thai coastline.
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Darling Scarp
Aerial view of the ancient mountain range and forest surrounding the Perth hills upon departure.
Exmouth & Ningaloo
A glimpse of the remote Western Australian coastline where the desert meets the reef.
Phang Nga Bay
The flight highlight: stunning limestone pillars rising from the emerald green waters of the bay.
Phi Phi Islands
On clear days, the distinct shapes of Koh Phi Phi and the Krabi coastline are visible during the descent.
Phuket Northern Beaches
A close-up view of the white sands of Mai Khao Beach and Sirinat National Park just before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the Phuket approach. For the best lighting on the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay, choose an afternoon flight when the sun illuminates the cliffs from the west. Keep your camera ready as the descent begins, as the most scenic views occur in the final 15 minutes of the flight.
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Perth Skyline
Excellent views of the Swan River and the Perth CBD immediately after takeoff.
Rottnest Island
Clear sight of the island's salt lakes and turquoise bays as the plane heads northwest.
Indian Ocean Horizon
Vast, uninterrupted ocean views that provide stunning colors during sunset flights.
Shipping Lanes
Large cargo vessels can often be spotted traversing the deep blue waters near the Australian shelf.
Sumatran Coastline
Distant views of the northern tip of Sumatra and the Nicobar Islands depending on the specific flight path.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. This side is ideal for photographers wanting to capture the contrast of the deep Indian Ocean and the sunset glow on evening departures from Perth.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 4,832 km (3,002 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 41 min
Departure: PER (-31.94029998779297, 115.96700286865234)
Arrival: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Route Type: International
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