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UTH → CNX
Which side of the plane to sit from Udon Thani Airport (Udon Thani) to Chiang Mai International Airport (Chiang Mai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The starboard side provides superior views of the dramatic limestone plateaus of Loei and the massive Luang Prabang mountain range, often offering a view of the Sirikit Dam's vast waters.
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Phu Kradueng Plateau
The iconic heart-shaped, flat-topped mountain is often visible to the north shortly after leaving Udon Thani.
Phu Ruea Peaks
High-altitude ridges known for mist and unique rock formations near the Loei province border.
Sirikit Reservoir
A massive man-made lake with intricate, winding shorelines nestled within the northern mountain ranges.
Luang Prabang Range
Jagged peaks and rugged terrain forming the natural geographic boundary between Thailand and Laos.
Doi Saket Foothills
The final descent offers close-up views of the lush green forests and hills surrounding the Chiang Mai basin.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to witness the 'sea of mist' in the Loei valleys. During the burning season (February to April), choose a flight immediately after rain for the best visibility of the mountain ranges.
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Udon Thani City
An aerial view of the city's lakes and urban sprawl immediately following takeoff.
Nam Nao National Park
Dense forest ridges and deep valleys of the Phetchabun Mountains as the plane crosses into the highlands.
Central Northern Plains
A view of the transition from the Phetchabun range into the agricultural valleys of Sukhothai and Phitsanulok.
Lamphun Countryside
Quaint northern villages and Buddhist temples scattered across the landscape during the descent.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. This side also offers a better view of the southern outskirts of Chiang Mai if the flight approaches from the south.
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Get eSIMs for ThailandDistance: 433 km (269 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: UTH (17.386400222800006, 102.788002014)
Arrival: CNX (18.7667999268, 98.962600708)
Route Type: Domestic
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