About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Bangkok International (BKK)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Bangkok. While takeoff offers good coastal views from the right, the landing approach provides more dramatic and distinctive geography. The Chao Phraya River delta and Bangkok's urban landscape are far more visually striking than Dublin's departure, and left-side seats capture this effectively during the critical descent phase when visibility is typically best.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dublin typically departs eastbound (runways 10L/10R). Right-side seats face north toward the Irish Sea and Dublin Bay, offering views of the coastal geography immediately after climb-out. Left seats face inland toward the Wicklow Mountains, which are visible but less dramatic during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay and harbor infrastructure, Irish Sea coastline extending north toward Howth Peninsula, Wicklow Mountains as a distant inland ridge to the southwest, North Bull Island and Dublin's northern suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Bangkok International in Bangkok?
When landing at Bangkok International (BKK), sit on the Left side for the best views. Bangkok's main runways (01L/01R) require westbound approaches. Left-side seats face south during descent, providing views of the Chao Phraya River delta, the city's eastern sprawl, and the distinctive meanders of Thailand's central plain. Right seats face north over less visually distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River with its characteristic oxbow bends and delta channels, Bangkok's high-rise skyline and urban grid, rice paddies and agricultural land of the central Thai plain, Don Mueang area and surrounding suburban development.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Bangkok?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Bangkok International (BKK) takes Approximately 11.5 to 12.5 hours.
What does the Dublin to Bangkok flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Alps (visible from cruise altitude around 35,000 feet if departing early morning), then traverses the Mediterranean, Middle East, and Arabian Sea. Notable midpoint geography includes the Pyrenees and Alps during the European leg, the Suez Canal region, the Red Sea, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Persian Gulf. Over the Indian Ocean, the flight passes south of India and Sri Lanka. Approaching Thailand, the Andaman Sea and the Malay Peninsula become visible, with the transition to Southeast Asia's tropical landscape occurring in the final 90 minutes of flight.