Both sides are dominated by long stretches of open water and flat terrain during cruise, but the right side edges ahead thanks to the Bangkok river-and-skyline approach, which offers more identifiable urban scenery than the brief desert glimpse on departure.
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Flight Path
Dubai to Bangkok is 3,047 miles (4,903 km), a flight of about 6 hours 10 minutes.
Arabian Sea, southern India near Chennai, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Islands, Andaman Sea approach to the Thai coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DXB
LEFTDeparting DXB on the southeast-facing runway (12), the aircraft's initial turn gives a brief look back over Dubai's coastline, Palm Jumeirah, and the Burj Al Arab area on the left before the jet settles onto its inland/southeast track over open desert. The right side only shows flat desert scrubland.
Landing at BKK
RIGHTOn approach into Suvarnabhumi from the west, the descent path curves the aircraft south to align with the runway, putting Bangkok's dense skyline and the winding Chao Phraya River on the right side of the cabin. The left side mostly faces open paddy fields and the flat central plain with little to distinguish it.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dubai International (DXB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dubai to Bangkok. Both sides are dominated by long stretches of open water and flat terrain during cruise, but the right side edges ahead thanks to the Bangkok river-and-skyline approach, which offers more identifiable urban scenery than the brief desert glimpse on departure.
What can I see during takeoff from Dubai International in Dubai?
During takeoff from Dubai International (DXB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing DXB on the southeast-facing runway (12), the aircraft's initial turn gives a brief look back over Dubai's coastline, Palm Jumeirah, and the Burj Al Arab area on the left before the jet settles onto its inland/southeast track over open desert. The right side only shows flat desert scrubland. Notable sights include: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina skyline, Burj Al Arab, Arabian desert.
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 approach into Suvarnabhumi from the west, the descent path curves the aircraft south to align with the runway, putting Bangkok's dense skyline and the winding Chao Phraya River on the right side of the cabin. The left side mostly faces open paddy fields and the flat central plain with little to distinguish it. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River, Bangkok skyline, Gulf of Thailand shoreline, central plain rice fields.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Bangkok?
The flight from Dubai International (DXB) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) takes about 6 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,047 miles (4,903 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dubai to Bangkok flight path pass over?
Arabian Sea, southern India near Chennai, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Islands, Andaman Sea approach to the Thai coast