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RGN → AKY
Which side of the plane to sit from Yangon International Airport (Yangon) to Sittwe Airport (Sittwe)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse topography of Myanmar, featuring the lush Ayeyarwady plains, the rugged Rakhine Yoma mountain range, and the intricate river systems near Sittwe.
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Hlaing River
Aerial perspective of the winding river that defines the western boundary of Yangon shortly after takeoff.
Ayeyarwady Plains
The 'Rice Bowl of Asia' reveals a vast patchwork of emerald green paddies and rural village life.
Rakhine Yoma Mountains
Fly parallel to this formidable, forest-covered mountain range that isolates the coastal region from the interior.
Kaladan River Delta
A complex labyrinth of silt-rich waterways and mangroves surrounding the approach to Sittwe Airport.
Tropical Forest Canopy
Dense, untouched jungle stretches across the foothills of the mountain range visible during mid-flight.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic terrain changes. Early morning flights provide the best atmospheric clarity for seeing the peaks of the Rakhine Yoma. Avoid the monsoon season (June to October) if you want clear views of the inland forests, as heavy cloud cover is common.
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Ayeyarwady Delta Mouths
Witness the massive scale of the river outlets as they discharge into the Andaman Sea.
Bay of Bengal Horizon
Expansive views of the open ocean and distant shipping vessels along the maritime trade routes.
Rakhine Coastline
Beautiful views of the rugged shoreline and small limestone islands as the plane nears Sittwe.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Bay of Bengal. During the final approach, look for the distinct line where the river sediment meets the deep blue of the ocean.
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Get eSIMs for BurmaDistance: 497 km (309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)
Arrival: AKY (20.132699966430664, 92.87259674072266)
Route Type: Domestic
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