The right side edges ahead due to the striking Auckland harbor and volcanic island departure view, which is more visually distinctive than the largely ocean-and-flat-terrain cruise phase that dominates this long overwater route.
Flight Path
The route crosses the Tasman and Coral Seas, passes near the islands of Papua New Guinea and Indonesia (Borneo and Sumatra region), then continues over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand approaching Bangkok.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from AKL
RIGHTDeparting AKL on runway 23L, the initial climb and left turn toward the northwest puts Auckland's Waitemata Harbour, the volcanic cone of Rangitoto Island, and the city skyline on the right side of the aircraft. The left side mostly shows the flatter Manukau Harbour and suburban sprawl.
Landing at BKK
LEFTOn approach into BKK from the south, aircraft typically align with the north-south runways, and the left side faces west toward central Bangkok, offering views of the Chao Phraya River winding through the dense city skyline before touchdown. The right side shows flatter agricultural land east of the airport.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Auckland International (AKL) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Auckland to Bangkok. The right side edges ahead due to the striking Auckland harbor and volcanic island departure view, which is more visually distinctive than the largely ocean-and-flat-terrain cruise phase that dominates this long overwater route.
What can I see during takeoff from Auckland International in Auckland?
During takeoff from Auckland International (AKL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing AKL on runway 23L, the initial climb and left turn toward the northwest puts Auckland's Waitemata Harbour, the volcanic cone of Rangitoto Island, and the city skyline on the right side of the aircraft. The left side mostly shows the flatter Manukau Harbour and suburban sprawl. Notable sights include: Rangitoto Island, Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Sky Tower skyline, Hauraki Gulf islands.
What can I see when landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok?
When landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into BKK from the south, aircraft typically align with the north-south runways, and the left side faces west toward central Bangkok, offering views of the Chao Phraya River winding through the dense city skyline before touchdown. The right side shows flatter agricultural land east of the airport. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River, Bangkok skyline, Rama IX skyscraper cluster, Gulf of Thailand coastline.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Bangkok?
The flight from Auckland International (AKL) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) takes 11h 25m.
What does the Auckland to Bangkok flight path pass over?
The route crosses the Tasman and Coral Seas, passes near the islands of Papua New Guinea and Indonesia (Borneo and Sumatra region), then continues over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand approaching Bangkok.