The right side offers the more varied terrain across the flight — Bangkok's urban fringe at takeoff and the Bago Yoma hills with the Sittaung delta on approach — while the left side stays over flatter, less distinctive coastal plains and open gulf water for most of the route.
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Flight Path
Bangkok to Yangon is 380 miles (611 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Gulf of Martaban coastline and the low hills of the Bago Yoma range separating the Sittaung and Yangon river basins
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
RIGHTDeparting Suvarnabhumi, the climb-out gives right-side passengers a view over Bangkok's eastern suburbs and the patchwork of rice paddies and canals north of the city, with the skyline briefly visible before the aircraft turns west. The left side mostly shows flat agricultural plains with little contrast.
Landing at RGN
RIGHTOn approach to Yangon, the aircraft typically tracks in from the southeast over the Bago Yoma foothills and the Sittaung River delta before lining up with the runway, giving right-side passengers a last look at green hill country and braided river channels. The left side during this phase shows mostly the flatter Gulf of Martaban coastline with less textured terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Yangon International (RGN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Yangon. The right side offers the more varied terrain across the flight — Bangkok's urban fringe at takeoff and the Bago Yoma hills with the Sittaung delta on approach — while the left side stays over flatter, less distinctive coastal plains and open gulf water for most of the route.
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 right-side passengers a view over Bangkok's eastern suburbs and the patchwork of rice paddies and canals north of the city, with the skyline briefly visible before the aircraft turns west. The left side mostly shows flat agricultural plains with little contrast. Notable sights include: Bangkok's eastern suburbs, Chao Phraya River delta canals, rice paddy patchwork, faint city skyline.
What can I see when landing at Yangon International in Yangon?
When landing at Yangon International (RGN), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Yangon, the aircraft typically tracks in from the southeast over the Bago Yoma foothills and the Sittaung River delta before lining up with the runway, giving right-side passengers a last look at green hill country and braided river channels. The left side during this phase shows mostly the flatter Gulf of Martaban coastline with less textured terrain. Notable sights include: Bago Yoma foothills, Sittaung River delta, Yangon River, golden dome of Shwedagon Pagoda in the distance.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Yangon?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Yangon International (RGN) takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 380 miles (611 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bangkok to Yangon flight path pass over?
Gulf of Martaban coastline and the low hills of the Bago Yoma range separating the Sittaung and Yangon river basins