Right-side seats dominate both departure and arrival phases. The takeoff climb showcases the Ethiopian Highlands' dramatic escarpment, and the landing approach captures the Chao Phraya delta's intricate waterways and Bangkok's urban landscape. Left-side views during cruise over the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula are less distinctive than the bookend scenery on the right.
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Red Sea coastline (Saudi Arabia and Eritrea), Arabian Peninsula desert terrain, Oman's Hajar Mountains, Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean crossing, and the transition into Southeast Asian geography as the flight approaches Thailand
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bole International (ADD) to Bangkok International (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Addis Ababa to Bangkok. Right-side seats dominate both departure and arrival phases. The takeoff climb showcases the Ethiopian Highlands' dramatic escarpment, and the landing approach captures the Chao Phraya delta's intricate waterways and Bangkok's urban landscape. Left-side views during cruise over the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula are less distinctive than the bookend scenery on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Bole International in Addis Ababa?
During takeoff from Bole International (ADD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Ethiopian Highlands immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs northeast from Addis Ababa, and right-side windows capture the dramatic escarpment and elevated terrain that defines the region's topography. Notable sights include: Ethiopian Highlands plateau, Blue Nile gorge system, Addis Ababa urban sprawl receding below, volcanic peaks of the East African Rift Valley.
What can I see when landing at Bangkok International in Bangkok?
When landing at Bangkok International (BKK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide the best views during descent into Bangkok. The aircraft approaches from the west/northwest, and right-side windows capture the Chao Phraya River delta, rice paddies, and the city's sprawl before touchdown at Suvarnabhumi. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta with its distinctive braided channels, Bangkok metropolitan area with high-rise clusters, rice paddies and agricultural fields of central Thailand, Gulf of Thailand coastline to the southeast.
How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Bangkok?
The flight from Bole International (ADD) to Bangkok International (BKK) takes 7h 15m.
What does the Addis Ababa to Bangkok flight path pass over?
Red Sea coastline (Saudi Arabia and Eritrea), Arabian Peninsula desert terrain, Oman's Hajar Mountains, Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean crossing, and the transition into Southeast Asian geography as the flight approaches Thailand