Both sides are dominated by flat plains and open water for most of the cruise, keeping scores modest, but the right side edges ahead thanks to the Sabarmati River view on departure and the Chao Phraya/Bangkok skyline on arrival.
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Flight Path
Ahmedabad to Bangkok is 1,950 miles (3,138 km), a flight of about 4 hours 50 minutes.
Cruise passes over the flat plains of central India, the Bay of Bengal, and the Irrawaddy delta region of Myanmar before descending into the Chao Phraya delta near Bangkok.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AMD
RIGHTDeparting AMD, the aircraft typically climbs out over the flat Gujarat plains, but the right side offers a brief view of the Sabarmati River winding through Ahmedabad before the terrain flattens into farmland. Neither side has dramatic relief, but the river and city grid give the right side a slight edge.
Landing at BKK
RIGHTOn approach to BKK during dry-season operations, arrivals typically land on the southern-facing runways, bringing the aircraft in from the north over the sprawling Bangkok metropolitan area. The right side offers views of the Chao Phraya River snaking through the city and the dense urban skyline before touchdown.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ahmedabad to Bangkok. Both sides are dominated by flat plains and open water for most of the cruise, keeping scores modest, but the right side edges ahead thanks to the Sabarmati River view on departure and the Chao Phraya/Bangkok skyline on arrival.
What can I see during takeoff from Ahmedabad in Ahmedabad?
During takeoff from Ahmedabad (AMD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing AMD, the aircraft typically climbs out over the flat Gujarat plains, but the right side offers a brief view of the Sabarmati River winding through Ahmedabad before the terrain flattens into farmland. Neither side has dramatic relief, but the river and city grid give the right side a slight edge. Notable sights include: Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad city grid, Gujarat agricultural plains.
What can I see when landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok?
When landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to BKK during dry-season operations, arrivals typically land on the southern-facing runways, bringing the aircraft in from the north over the sprawling Bangkok metropolitan area. The right side offers views of the Chao Phraya River snaking through the city and the dense urban skyline before touchdown. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River, Bangkok skyline, Suvarnabhumi's surrounding wetlands.
How long is the flight from Ahmedabad to Bangkok?
The flight from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) takes about 4 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,950 miles (3,138 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ahmedabad to Bangkok flight path pass over?
Cruise passes over the flat plains of central India, the Bay of Bengal, and the Irrawaddy delta region of Myanmar before descending into the Chao Phraya delta near Bangkok.