The right side wins on both ends of the flight — Bangkok's skyline and river delta at takeoff, and Singapore's skyline plus the Strait of Johor on arrival — while the left side mostly offers flat coastal plain and open water with fewer distinct landmarks.
Flight Path
Gulf of Thailand coastline near the Thai-Malaysian border, followed by the forested lowlands of the northern Malay Peninsula before descending toward Singapore.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BKK
RIGHTSuvarnabhumi departures heading south put Bangkok's sprawling skyline and the Chao Phraya River delta on the right side of the aircraft as the city sits northwest of the airport. Passengers get a good look at the dense urban grid before it gives way to rice paddies and the coast.
Landing at XSP
RIGHTOn approach into Seletar, aircraft typically descend from the north over Johor before turning toward the runway, putting Singapore's western skyline, the Strait of Johor, and the Central Business District's towers on the right side. This gives a much richer urban view than the flatter eastern coastline seen from the left.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Seletar (XSP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangkok to Singapore. The right side wins on both ends of the flight — Bangkok's skyline and river delta at takeoff, and Singapore's skyline plus the Strait of Johor on arrival — while the left side mostly offers flat coastal plain and open water with fewer distinct landmarks.
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. Suvarnabhumi departures heading south put Bangkok's sprawling skyline and the Chao Phraya River delta on the right side of the aircraft as the city sits northwest of the airport. Passengers get a good look at the dense urban grid before it gives way to rice paddies and the coast. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River, Bangkok skyline, Gulf of Thailand coastline, Bang Pu wetlands.
What can I see when landing at Seletar in Singapore?
When landing at Seletar (XSP), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Seletar, aircraft typically descend from the north over Johor before turning toward the runway, putting Singapore's western skyline, the Strait of Johor, and the Central Business District's towers on the right side. This gives a much richer urban view than the flatter eastern coastline seen from the left. Notable sights include: Strait of Johor, Singapore CBD skyline, Woodlands waterfront, Central Catchment forest.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Singapore?
The flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Seletar (XSP) takes 2h 10m.
What does the Bangkok to Singapore flight path pass over?
Gulf of Thailand coastline near the Thai-Malaysian border, followed by the forested lowlands of the northern Malay Peninsula before descending toward Singapore.