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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Tonle Sap Lake immediately after takeoff and provides a better perspective of the Gulf of Thailand coastline and the Chao Phraya river delta during the descent into Bangkok.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Tonle Sap Lake

The largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, appearing as a massive silver expanse shortly after departing Siem Reap.

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Cambodian Floodplains

A patchwork quilt of emerald rice paddies and intricate irrigation canals stretching toward the horizon.

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Gulf of Thailand

As the plane descends toward BKK, the shimmering waters of the gulf become visible to the south.

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Samut Prakan Industrial Zone

An aerial view of the massive logistics hubs and shipping ports that define the outskirts of Bangkok.

For the best experience, book an afternoon flight; the sun will be behind the plane or to the right, illuminating the Tonle Sap and the coastline perfectly without glare. During the wet season (June-October), the greens of the rice paddies are incredibly vibrant. Keep your camera ready in the first 10 minutes for the lake views.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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Angkor Archaeological Park

Depending on the wind and takeoff direction, a distant view of the forest-shrouded temple complexes may be visible.

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Poipet Border Crossing

The dense cluster of casinos and markets at the Cambodia-Thailand border is easily identifiable from altitude.

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Khao Yai National Park

On clear days, the hazy silhouette of the Dong Phayayen-Khao Yai forest complex is visible to the north.

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Bangkok Skyline

As the flight turns for final approach, the skyscrapers of Sukhumvit and Silom appear as a jagged line in the distance.

Morning flights provide the clearest views of the distant mountain ranges to the north. If the plane approaches BKK from the north, this side offers a panoramic view of the suburban sprawl of Pathum Thani and the northern reaches of the Bangkok metropolis.

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Route Information

Distance: 333 km (207 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 33 min

Departure: REP (13.410699844400003, 103.81300354)

Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)

Route Type: International

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