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BLR → CCJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Kempegowda International Airport (Bangalore) to Calicut International Airport (Calicut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Deccan Plateau to the lush Western Ghats, including the massive Banasura Sagar Dam and the distinct peaks of Wayanad.
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Ramanagara Hills
The iconic granite monoliths and boulder-strewn landscapes of Sholay fame.
Kabini Backwaters
The shimmering blue veins of the Kabini river cutting through the forest landscape.
Banasura Sagar Dam
Incredible views of India's largest earth dam with its unique archipelago of islands.
Chembra Peak
The highest peak in Wayanad, often seen surrounded by clouds during the descent.
Malabar Coastline
The dense coconut groves and red-tiled roofs typical of the Kerala landscape during final approach.
For the most dramatic experience, choose the right side during the monsoon season (June to September) to see waterfalls cascading down the Ghats. During the descent into CCJ, keep your camera ready for the 'table-top' airport effect where the runway appears on a plateau.
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Bangalore Skyline
Clear views of the urban sprawl and the Electronic City corridor shortly after takeoff.
Bandipur & Mudumalai
Aerial perspective of the vast forest canopy forming the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
Nilgiri Massif
The majestic blue mountains of Ooty visible on the southern horizon during mid-flight.
Palakkad Gap
Distal views of the famous mountain pass in the Western Ghats range.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also excellent for seeing the sheer scale of the southern Nilgiris as you cross into Kerala airspace.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 298 km (185 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: BLR (13.1979, 77.706299)
Arrival: CCJ (11.1367998123, 75.95529937740001)
Route Type: Domestic
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