The right side strings together the flight's two best scenic stretches: Taiwan's mountainous coastline and the Ryukyu Islands during cruise, then Kobe, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the Rokko mountains on the arrival into Kansai. The left side's mainland China coast and Kii Peninsula views are pleasant but less distinctive.
Flown BKK to KIX? Did we get it right?
Flight Path
Bangkok to Osaka is 2,585 miles (4,161 km), a flight of about 5 hours 55 minutes.
Northern Vietnam coast, South China Sea, Taiwan Strait with Taiwan's Central Mountain Range, East China Sea, and the Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa/Amami chain) before reaching Kyushu and Shikoku on the approach to Japan
Great circle distance and headings ›.jpg?width=600)
Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
LEFTSuvarnabhumi sits east of central Bangkok, so a northbound departure (runway 01) puts the skyscrapers, river bends, and sprawl of the city on the left before the turn onto course. The right side only shows flat paddy fields and the featureless upper Gulf of Thailand.
Landing at KIX
RIGHTOn the swing around for the southwest-facing runway 24, the airport's island position in Osaka Bay puts Kobe's port, the Akashi Kaikyo suspension bridge to Awaji Island, and the Rokko mountain backdrop on the right side. The left side mainly shows the quieter Kii Peninsula coastline.
Will your flight be in sunlight?
Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.
About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kansai International (KIX)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Osaka. The right side strings together the flight's two best scenic stretches: Taiwan's mountainous coastline and the Ryukyu Islands during cruise, then Kobe, the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the Rokko mountains on the arrival into Kansai. The left side's mainland China coast and Kii Peninsula views are pleasant but less distinctive.
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. Suvarnabhumi sits east of central Bangkok, so a northbound departure (runway 01) puts the skyscrapers, river bends, and sprawl of the city on the left before the turn onto course. The right side only shows flat paddy fields and the featureless upper Gulf of Thailand. Notable sights include: Bangkok skyline and Chao Phraya River, Suvarnabhumi's surrounding rice paddies, upper Gulf of Thailand haze on the horizon.
What can I see when landing at Kansai International in Osaka?
When landing at Kansai International (KIX), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the swing around for the southwest-facing runway 24, the airport's island position in Osaka Bay puts Kobe's port, the Akashi Kaikyo suspension bridge to Awaji Island, and the Rokko mountain backdrop on the right side. The left side mainly shows the quieter Kii Peninsula coastline. Notable sights include: Kobe port and skyline, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge to Awaji Island, Rokko mountain range, Osaka Bay shipping lanes.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Osaka?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Kansai International (KIX) takes about 5 hours 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,585 miles (4,161 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bangkok to Osaka flight path pass over?
Northern Vietnam coast, South China Sea, Taiwan Strait with Taiwan's Central Mountain Range, East China Sea, and the Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa/Amami chain) before reaching Kyushu and Shikoku on the approach to Japan