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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Mizo Hills across the Barak Valley into the steep limestone escarpments of the Meghalaya plateau.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Mizo Hill Ranges

Multiple parallel north-south folds of the Lushai Hills stretching toward the Myanmar border.

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Barak River Meanders

The winding path of the Barak River as it flows through the Silchar valley between mountain ranges.

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Jaintia Hills Plateau

The dramatic rising edge of the Meghalaya plateau featuring steep cliffs and hidden waterfalls.

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Brahmaputra River

A grand view of the mighty Brahmaputra River during the final descent into the Guwahati valley.

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Lengpui Tabletop

A final look at the unique hilltop runway of Lengpui Airport, one of India's most scenic departures.

Morning flights are ideal for the right side to see the sun illuminating the cliffs of Meghalaya. Keep your camera ready during the descent as the plane often banks right, providing a panoramic view of the Brahmaputra river system near Guwahati.

Left Side Highlights
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Aizawl Ridge Cityscape

A unique view of Aizawl's buildings perched precariously along the mountain ridges immediately after takeoff.

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Sylhet Plains

Distant views of the vast, flat floodplains of the Sylhet division in Bangladesh to the west.

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West Khasi Hills

Observation of the rugged, forest-covered terrain of western Meghalaya as the aircraft moves north.

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Misty Ravines

Deep, narrow valleys often filled with morning fog, creating a mystical 'sea of clouds' effect.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the tiered architecture of Aizawl during departure. Afternoon flights on this side provide excellent lighting of the Bangladesh border region without direct sun glare.

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Route Information

Distance: 273 km (170 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 27 min

Departure: AJL (23.8405990601, 92.6196975708)

Arrival: GAU (26.10610008239746, 91.58589935302734)

Route Type: Domestic

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