The left side offers the more consistent scenic narrative: Bangkok's delta and Gulf coastline at departure, glimpses of Vietnam's coastline and Borneo's forested terrain during cruise, and Moreton Bay's islands on arrival into Brisbane. The right side spends more time over featureless ocean or flat interior terrain.
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Flight Path
Bangkok to Brisbane is 4,511 miles (7,260 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
South China Sea, Vietnam's Mekong Delta coastline, Borneo's central highlands, Java Sea, Arafura Sea, Gulf of Carpentaria
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
LEFTDeparting Suvarnabhumi and turning onto a southeasterly track, the left side offers views over Bangkok's sprawling suburbs and the Chao Phraya delta before the coastline opens onto the Gulf of Thailand. The right side mostly shows flat central Thai farmland with little variation.
Landing at BNE
LEFTOn a typical descent into Brisbane from the north, the left side reveals Moreton Bay's islands and the sandy curve of Moreton Island before the aircraft turns inland toward the Brisbane River and the city skyline. The right side mainly shows the flatter hinterland with less contrast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brisbane International (BNE)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Brisbane. The left side offers the more consistent scenic narrative: Bangkok's delta and Gulf coastline at departure, glimpses of Vietnam's coastline and Borneo's forested terrain during cruise, and Moreton Bay's islands on arrival into Brisbane. The right side spends more time over featureless ocean or flat interior terrain.
What can I see during takeoff from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok?
During takeoff from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Suvarnabhumi and turning onto a southeasterly track, the left side offers views over Bangkok's sprawling suburbs and the Chao Phraya delta before the coastline opens onto the Gulf of Thailand. The right side mostly shows flat central Thai farmland with little variation. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta, Bangkok's eastern suburbs, Gulf of Thailand coastline.
What can I see when landing at Brisbane International in Brisbane?
When landing at Brisbane International (BNE), sit on the Left side for the best views. On a typical descent into Brisbane from the north, the left side reveals Moreton Bay's islands and the sandy curve of Moreton Island before the aircraft turns inland toward the Brisbane River and the city skyline. The right side mainly shows the flatter hinterland with less contrast. Notable sights include: Moreton Bay, Moreton Island, Brisbane River mouth, Brisbane CBD skyline.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Brisbane?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Brisbane International (BNE) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,511 miles (7,260 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bangkok to Brisbane flight path pass over?
South China Sea, Vietnam's Mekong Delta coastline, Borneo's central highlands, Java Sea, Arafura Sea, Gulf of Carpentaria