The left side offers a clear view of the city's architectural heritage, including the massive Lingaraj Temple complex and the surrounding urban greenery.
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Andaman archipelago, including the turquoise lagoons of Havelock and Neil islands during the descent into Port Blair.
The left side offers a breathtaking perspective of the Bay of Bengal coastline and the expansive Chilika Lake, which is the primary highlight of this short coastal hop.
The left side is the preferred choice for this trans-peninsular route, offering a chance to spot Chilika Lake shortly after takeoff and providing the most iconic views of the Mumbai harbor and skyline during the final approach.
The left side is superior for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the massive Chilika Lake and the scenic Bay of Bengal coastline during the initial phase of the flight.
The left side offers a superior view of the sprawling Chilika Lake shortly after takeoff, followed by a crossing of the Godavari River and views of the lush Eastern Ghats.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the sprawling deltas of the Mahanadi and Hooghly rivers, the shimmering coastline of the Bay of Bengal, and a scenic approach over the lush wetlands of South Bengal.
The right side is generally superior for its views of the massive Hirakud Reservoir shortly after takeoff and the expansive vistas of the Yamuna River and Himalayan foothills during the descent into Delhi.