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SZB → USM
Which side of the plane to sit from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (Kuala Lumpur) to Samui Airport (Ko Samui)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Titiwangsa mountain range during the climb and the spectacular Ang Thong Marine Park islands upon descent into Koh Samui.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
Distant views of the Petronas Twin Towers and Merdeka 118 emerging from the tropical haze as the plane turns north.
Titiwangsa Range
Flying parallel to the lush, ancient rainforests of Malaysia's central mountain range, often covered in scenic cloud formations.
Ang Thong Marine Park
A breathtaking cluster of 42 limestone islands with hidden lagoons and white sand beaches, located just west of Samui.
Gulf of Thailand
Deep blue waters dotted with colorful Thai fishing vessels and large cargo ships heading toward Bangkok.
Chaweng Beach
An iconic low-altitude view of Koh Samui's longest beach and its turquoise reefs immediately before touchdown at USM.
Choose the right side for the most iconic arrival experience. The descent over the Ang Thong Marine Park is a world-class view. Try to book an afternoon flight for the best lighting on the islands, but be aware that monsoon season (Oct-Dec) can bring heavy clouds that obscure the Titiwangsa Range.
Selangor Coastline
Aerial views of the Klang Valley's industrial ports and the muddy estuaries of the Selangor River shortly after takeoff.
Southern Thai Highlands
As the flight enters Thai airspace, the rugged, mist-covered peaks of Nakhon Si Thammarat become visible to the west.
Koh Tan and Koh Matsum
Small, serene islands located just south of Samui, visible during the final approach pattern depending on wind direction.
Andaman Distant Horizon
On extremely clear days, the silhouette of the mountains separating the Gulf of Thailand from the Andaman Sea is visible.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the mainland Thai coastline if the aircraft takes a more westerly route to avoid weather systems in the Gulf.
Distance: 732 km (455 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: SZB (3.130579948425293, 101.54900360107422)
Arrival: USM (9.547789573669997, 100.06199646)
Route Type: International
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