The right side offers modest terrain interest during departure (Tenasserim hills) and a genuine coastal city view on arrival into Chennai, while the left side faces mostly open Gulf of Thailand and Bay of Bengal waters with little variation.
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Flight Path
Bangkok to Madras is 1,384 miles (2,227 km), a flight of about 3 hours 15 minutes.
Andaman Sea and the open waters of the Bay of Bengal, with the southern Myanmar coastline briefly visible after departure
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
RIGHTDeparting Suvarnabhumi, the climb-out gives a brief view of Bangkok's sprawling grid and the Chao Phraya river delta before the aircraft heads west. On the right (north) side, the low hills and forested ridges of the Tenasserim range along the Thai-Myanmar border are visible as the plane crosses into Myanmar airspace, adding some relief to an otherwise flat departure.
Landing at MAA
RIGHTOn approach to Chennai from the east, runway 25 use means a descent path over the Bay of Bengal with a turn that brings the coastline into view. Passengers on the right side get a clear look at Chennai's skyline, the Marina Beach shoreline, and the mouth of the Cooum river as the plane lines up for landing.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chennai International (MAA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Madras. The right side offers modest terrain interest during departure (Tenasserim hills) and a genuine coastal city view on arrival into Chennai, while the left side faces mostly open Gulf of Thailand and Bay of Bengal waters with little variation.
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, the climb-out gives a brief view of Bangkok's sprawling grid and the Chao Phraya river delta before the aircraft heads west. On the right (north) side, the low hills and forested ridges of the Tenasserim range along the Thai-Myanmar border are visible as the plane crosses into Myanmar airspace, adding some relief to an otherwise flat departure. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta, Bangkok urban sprawl, Tenasserim hills (Myanmar border).
What can I see when landing at Chennai International in Madras?
When landing at Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Chennai from the east, runway 25 use means a descent path over the Bay of Bengal with a turn that brings the coastline into view. Passengers on the right side get a clear look at Chennai's skyline, the Marina Beach shoreline, and the mouth of the Cooum river as the plane lines up for landing. Notable sights include: Marina Beach shoreline, Chennai city skyline, Cooum river mouth, Bay of Bengal coastline.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Madras?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chennai International (MAA) takes about 3 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,384 miles (2,227 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bangkok to Madras flight path pass over?
Andaman Sea and the open waters of the Bay of Bengal, with the southern Myanmar coastline briefly visible after departure