The right side captures both the Chennai coastline during the departure turn and Bangkok's river-and-skyline approach, while the left side mostly faces open Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea water for the bulk of the flight.
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Flight Path
Madras to Bangkok is 1,384 miles (2,227 km), a flight of about 2 hours 50 minutes.
Open water of the Bay of Bengal transitioning into the Andaman Sea, with no significant landmasses directly beneath the cruise track until the Thai coastline nears.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from MAA
RIGHTDeparting MAA on runway 25 (dry season), the aircraft banks left over the Bay of Bengal to head toward Bangkok, putting Chennai's Marina Beach, the harbor, and the coastline on the right side of the cabin as the city recedes below.
Landing at BKK
RIGHTOn approach into BKK from the south during dry-season operations, the aircraft tracks over the Gulf of Thailand and the Chao Phraya delta before turning onto final for runway 19, giving right-side passengers a view of Bangkok's skyline and the winding river.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chennai International (MAA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madras to Bangkok. The right side captures both the Chennai coastline during the departure turn and Bangkok's river-and-skyline approach, while the left side mostly faces open Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea water for the bulk of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Chennai International in Madras?
During takeoff from Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing MAA on runway 25 (dry season), the aircraft banks left over the Bay of Bengal to head toward Bangkok, putting Chennai's Marina Beach, the harbor, and the coastline on the right side of the cabin as the city recedes below. Notable sights include: Chennai Marina Beach, Chennai Port, Bay of Bengal coastline, Adyar River mouth.
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 BKK from the south during dry-season operations, the aircraft tracks over the Gulf of Thailand and the Chao Phraya delta before turning onto final for runway 19, giving right-side passengers a view of Bangkok's skyline and the winding river. Notable sights include: Chao Phraya River, Bangkok skyline, Gulf of Thailand coastline, Suvarnabhumi's surrounding paddy fields.
How long is the flight from Madras to Bangkok?
The flight from Chennai International (MAA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) takes about 2 hours 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,384 miles (2,227 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Madras to Bangkok flight path pass over?
Open water of the Bay of Bengal transitioning into the Andaman Sea, with no significant landmasses directly beneath the cruise track until the Thai coastline nears.