Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Newark. While takeoff from Bangkok favors the right, the landing approach into Newark from the left is more visually rewarding and offers iconic views of the Hudson River and Manhattan. Most passengers prefer the arrival experience, making left-side seats the better overall choice.

During takeoff from Bangkok International (BKK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Chao Phraya River delta and Bangkok's urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs northeast. You'll see the river's distinctive meanders and the transition from city to agricultural plains clearly. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta, Bangkok metropolitan area, Gulf of Thailand (southeastern horizon), Central Thai plains.

When landing at Newark Liberty International (EWR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during the final approach into Newark. You'll see the Hudson River, Manhattan's skyline, and the New Jersey industrial corridor clearly as the aircraft descends westbound toward the runway. Notable sights include: Hudson River, Manhattan skyline, East River, New Jersey Meadowlands.

The flight from Bangkok International (BKK) to Newark Liberty International (EWR) takes Approximately 17-18 hours (including one stop, typically in Middle East or Europe).

The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea, passes over the Arabian Peninsula (Oman/UAE region), the Persian Gulf, Iraq/Syria, Turkey, and the Mediterranean Sea before crossing southern Europe and the Atlantic. Notable visible features include the Strait of Hormuz, the Taurus Mountains (southern Turkey), and the Atlas Mountains (North Africa) depending on exact routing. The Atlantic crossing offers limited landmarks but occasional views of Greenland's southern tip or Iceland if the northern route is used.