About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Krabi International Airport (KBV) to Bangkok International (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Krabi to Bangkok. The right side provides the most dramatic scenery during takeoff with the Phang Nga Bay karsts, which are geologically distinctive and visually striking. While the landing approach favors the left, the takeoff experience is more memorable.
What can I see during takeoff from Krabi International Airport in Krabi?
During takeoff from Krabi International Airport (KBV), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts and Andaman Sea coastline as the aircraft climbs northeastward from Krabi. The dramatic karst formations are most prominent on the right during the initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Phang Nga Bay limestone karsts, Andaman Sea coastline, Krabi town and airport grounds, mangrove-lined bays.
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. Left-side seats offer views of the Chao Phraya River delta and Bangkok's urban sprawl during descent. The river's distinctive meanders and the city's dense development are more visually prominent on the left as the aircraft approaches from the southwest. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River and delta channels, Bangkok metropolitan area sprawl, rice paddies and agricultural plains, Don Mueang airfield area.
How long is the flight from Krabi to Bangkok?
The flight from Krabi International Airport (KBV) to Bangkok International (BKK) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Krabi to Bangkok flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan provinces, passing over coastal lowlands, the Tenasserim Range foothills to the east (visible as a distant ridge), and transitioning from the Andaman Sea coastal region into the central Thai plains. The landscape shifts from limestone karst terrain to flat agricultural areas with scattered towns.