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SYD → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (Sydney) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers iconic views of the Sydney Harbour upon departure, spectacular volcanic peaks across the Indonesian archipelago, and the sprawling urban landscape of Bangkok during the final approach.
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Sydney Harbour
Unbeatable views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge shortly after takeoff if departing to the north.
The Outback
Aerial perspective of the rust-red soil and salt pans of the Australian interior and Lake Eyre Basin.
Javanese Volcanoes
Dramatic views of active volcanic peaks like Mount Bromo and Semeru as the flight traverses the island of Java.
Indonesian Archipelago
A mosaic of tropical islands and turquoise reefs scattered across the Java Sea.
Gulf of Thailand
Crystal clear waters and the distinct coastline of Southern Thailand leading towards the Chao Phraya Delta.
Bangkok Skyline
A panoramic view of the Thai capital's dense skyscrapers and winding rivers during the descent into Suvarnabhumi.
For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On the SYD-BKK daytime flights, the sun is primarily on the left (port) side during the first half of the trip, so keep your window shade down periodically to avoid glare. The best landmarks appear roughly 6-7 hours into the flight over Indonesia.
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NSW Coastline
Views of the beautiful beaches and rugged cliffs heading north from Sydney towards the Central Coast.
The Top End
The wild, swampy estuaries and river systems of the Northern Territory near Darwin.
Singapore Strait
One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, often visible as a cluster of lights or ships in the distance.
Pattaya Coast
The eastern seaboard of Thailand, featuring busy ports and resort towns like Pattaya.
The right side (starboard) is better for avoiding direct sunlight for much of the journey. While it offers fewer dramatic landmarks than the left, it provides excellent views of the Australian coastline early on. During night flights, look out for the massive fields of lights from fishing boats in the Gulf of Thailand.
Book Hotels in BangkokDistance: 7,515 km (4,670 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 50 min
Departure: SYD (-33.94609832763672, 151.177001953125)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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