The right side edges out the left because it combines a structured view of Bangkok's canal network at takeoff with the possibility of distant Himalayan foothills and the Ganges plain's river systems on approach, while the left side is dominated by flat, featureless farmland and open water for most of the flight.
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Flight Path
Bangkok to Gaya is 1,281 miles (2,062 km), a flight of about 2 hours 50 minutes.
Irrawaddy River delta and lowlands of central Myanmar, followed by the flat alluvial plains of eastern India near the Ganges basin
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
RIGHTDeparting Suvarnabhumi to the north, the right side gives a brief view of Bangkok's eastern suburbs and the Chao Phraya delta's patchwork of canals before the aircraft turns northwest toward Myanmar. The left side mostly shows the flatter Gulf-side sprawl with less structure.
Landing at GAY
RIGHTOn approach to Gaya's single runway, the north-facing side offers views across the Ganges plain toward the distant Himalayan foothills on a clear day, along with the Falgu River near Gaya itself. The south side shows only the featureless agricultural plains of Bihar.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Gaya (GAY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Gaya. The right side edges out the left because it combines a structured view of Bangkok's canal network at takeoff with the possibility of distant Himalayan foothills and the Ganges plain's river systems on approach, while the left side is dominated by flat, featureless farmland and open water for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok?
During takeoff from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Suvarnabhumi to the north, the right side gives a brief view of Bangkok's eastern suburbs and the Chao Phraya delta's patchwork of canals before the aircraft turns northwest toward Myanmar. The left side mostly shows the flatter Gulf-side sprawl with less structure. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta, Bangkok's eastern suburbs, aquaculture ponds of the Gulf lowlands.
What can I see when landing at Gaya in Gaya?
When landing at Gaya (GAY), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Gaya's single runway, the north-facing side offers views across the Ganges plain toward the distant Himalayan foothills on a clear day, along with the Falgu River near Gaya itself. The south side shows only the featureless agricultural plains of Bihar. Notable sights include: Ganges river plain, Falgu River near Gaya, distant Himalayan foothills (haze-dependent), patchwork farmland of Bihar.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Gaya?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Gaya (GAY) takes about 2 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,281 miles (2,062 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bangkok to Gaya flight path pass over?
Irrawaddy River delta and lowlands of central Myanmar, followed by the flat alluvial plains of eastern India near the Ganges basin