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ULN → BKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (Ulan Bator) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a dramatic cross-section of Asian geography, featuring the vast Gobi Desert, the towering Qinling range, and the spectacular snowy ridges of the eastern Tibetan Plateau edges.
Bogd Khan Mountain
The sacred, forested mountain massif located immediately south of Ulan Bator.
Gobi Desert Dunes
Vast expanses of orange sand dunes and rocky formations along the Mongolia-China border.
Qinling Range
The massive mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between North and South China.
Hengduan Mountains
Breathtaking views of glaciated peaks on the eastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau.
Chao Phraya River
The winding, silver ribbon of the Chao Phraya River snaking through the plains towards Bangkok.
For the best photography, sit on the right side to capture the Gobi and the snow-capped peaks of Yunnan. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for the Thai central plains. Keep your camera ready during the descent into BKK for views of the winding river and the Gulf of Thailand in the distance.
Ulan Bator Skyline
A birds-eye view of the Mongolian capital and the Tuul River shortly after takeoff.
Loess Plateau
Unique eroded silt landscapes and intricate terraced farming in central China.
Central China Urban Sprawl
The massive, glittering night lights of the Chengdu and Chongqing metropolitan areas.
Upper Mekong Valley
The winding path of the Mekong River as it carves through the Yunnan mountains.
Khao Yai National Park
Dense tropical forests and rolling hills as the flight enters central Thailand.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the Gobi illuminated by the sunrise without glare. If flying at night, this side offers incredible views of China's mega-cities. Watch for the dramatic change from arid desert to lush tropical greenery as you cross into Southeast Asia.
Distance: 3,839 km (2,385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 31 min
Departure: ULN (47.843102, 106.766998)
Arrival: BKK (13.681099891662598, 100.74700164794922)
Route Type: International
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