About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bangkok International (BKK) to Stuttgart (STR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Stuttgart. While takeoff offers interesting delta views, the landing approach into Stuttgart provides more dramatic and visually distinctive scenery. The Swabian Alps and Neckar River valley offer stronger geological contrast and more varied terrain than the flat Bangkok delta.
What can I see during takeoff from Bangkok International in Bangkok?
During takeoff from Bangkok International (BKK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Chao Phraya River delta and Bangkok's urban sprawl during climb-out. The river's distinctive meanders and the contrast between water and city infrastructure are clearly visible from 5,000–15,000 feet. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River delta, Bangkok metropolitan area, Gulf of Thailand coastline, Samut Prakan industrial zone.
What can I see when landing at Stuttgart in Stuttgart?
When landing at Stuttgart (STR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Swabian Alps (Schwäbische Alb) and the Neckar River valley during descent into Stuttgart. These limestone hills and the river's winding path through forested terrain are striking features visible from 10,000–3,000 feet. Notable sights include: Swabian Alps (Schwäbische Alb), Neckar River valley, Black Forest foothills to the east, Stuttgart basin and Neckar confluence.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Stuttgart?
The flight from Bangkok International (BKK) to Stuttgart (STR) takes 11h 20m.
What does the Bangkok to Stuttgart flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Himalayan foothills and Hindu Kush mountains over Afghanistan and Pakistan (visible around 4–5 hours into flight), then transitions to the Iranian plateau, Caucasus Mountains near the Black Sea, and finally the Alpine foothills approaching Central Europe. The Caspian Sea is visible to the left during the mid-flight phase. Over Turkey and the Balkans, the Taurus Mountains and Rhodope ranges mark the approach to Europe.