The right side wins on both ends of the flight: mountainous terrain around Chiang Mai during departure and the Bangkok skyline with the Chao Phraya River during arrival, while the left side offers mostly flat, featureless plains throughout.
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Flight Path
Chiang Mai to Bangkok is 371 miles (597 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Central Thailand's flat agricultural plains, the Chao Phraya River basin, and the historic city of Ayutthaya near the flight path
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Takeoff from CNX
RIGHTDeparting CNX, the right (west) side offers views of the mountainous terrain surrounding Chiang Mai, including the ridgeline of Doi Suthep and the foothills leading toward Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak. The left side shows only the flatter Ping River valley and the city outskirts.
Landing at BKK
RIGHTOn final approach into BKK from the north, the right (west) side faces toward central Bangkok, giving passengers a view of the city's skyline and the Chao Phraya River winding through downtown before the runway threshold. The left side mostly overlooks flat farmland and canals east of the airport with no major landmarks.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: mountainous terrain around Chiang Mai during departure and the Bangkok skyline with the Chao Phraya River during arrival, while the left side offers mostly flat, featureless plains throughout.
What can I see during takeoff from Chiang Mai International Airport in Chiang Mai?
During takeoff from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing CNX, the right (west) side offers views of the mountainous terrain surrounding Chiang Mai, including the ridgeline of Doi Suthep and the foothills leading toward Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest peak. The left side shows only the flatter Ping River valley and the city outskirts. Notable sights include: Doi Suthep, Doi Inthanon foothills, Ping River valley, Chiang Mai city outskirts.
What can I see when landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok?
When landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), sit on the Right side for the best views. On final approach into BKK from the north, the right (west) side faces toward central Bangkok, giving passengers a view of the city's skyline and the Chao Phraya River winding through downtown before the runway threshold. The left side mostly overlooks flat farmland and canals east of the airport with no major landmarks. Notable sights include: Bangkok skyline, Chao Phraya River, downtown high-rises, suburban canals.
How long is the flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
The flight from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 371 miles (597 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Chiang Mai to Bangkok flight path pass over?
Central Thailand's flat agricultural plains, the Chao Phraya River basin, and the historic city of Ayutthaya near the flight path