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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Bay of Bengal coastline and the intricate, water-logged landscapes of the Irrawaddy Delta as you head northwest toward Rakhine State.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Yangon Cityscape

Aerial view of Yangon's sprawl, with the golden Shwedagon Pagoda visible in the distance during initial ascent.

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Irrawaddy Delta

A sprawling network of river branches and fertile paddy fields that define Myanmar's 'rice bowl'.

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Bay of Bengal Coastline

The dramatic meeting point of the deep blue sea and the rugged, forested coastline of the Rakhine region.

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Southern Ramree Island

Clear views of the pristine beaches and small islands scattered south of Kyaukpyu as the plane prepares for descent.

Sit on the left for the best morning light; the sun will be behind you or overhead, illuminating the delta's water channels. During the monsoon season (June–September), look for the dramatic contrast between the sediment-filled brown rivers and the blue ocean.

Right Side Highlights
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Rakhine Yoma Mountains

The dense, jungle-clad peaks of the mountain range that separates the coastal strip from the central plains.

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Maday Island Port

View of the major deep-sea port and oil terminal infrastructure, a significant industrial landmark in the region.

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Kyaukpyu Inlets

Intricate mangrove forests and narrow tidal creeks that snake through the landscape near the airport.

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Upper Delta Plains

Vast stretches of agricultural land and small villages that highlight rural Myanma life.

The right side is ideal for those interested in the industrial development of Kyaukpyu, including the Special Economic Zone. Keep an eye out for the Rakhine Yoma mountains, which are most impressive when the sky is clear of tropical haze, typically from November to February.

Top Activities in Kyaukpyu
Route Information

Distance: 392 km (244 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 39 min

Departure: RGN (16.907300949099998, 96.1332015991)

Arrival: KYP (19.42639923095703, 93.53479766845705)

Route Type: Domestic

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