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BLR → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Kempegowda International Airport (Bangalore) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular aerial tour of India's eastern coastline, featuring massive river deltas, the expansive Chilika Lake, and the meeting of land and the Bay of Bengal.
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Coromandel Coastline
Watch the white surf of the Bay of Bengal as the flight path parallels the eastern shore of Andhra Pradesh.
Krishna-Godavari Delta
A stunning patchwork of emerald green rice paddies and intricate irrigation channels where the rivers meet the sea.
Chilika Lake
A major highlight; this massive brackish water lagoon appears as a giant blue thumb along the Odisha coast.
Visakhapatnam Port
Spot the busy shipping lanes, the Dolphin's Nose headland, and the industrial landscape of this major port city.
Sundarbans Delta
As the plane turns for the final approach into Kolkata, look for the dark green fringes of the world's largest mangrove forest.
The right side is the definitive choice for scenic lovers on this route. For the best experience, book a morning flight (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM) when the sun illuminates the coastline and Chilika Lake vividly. Try to sit away from the wing (Rows 1-10 or 25+) to get an unobstructed view of the river deltas. Be aware that during high summer, coastal haze can sometimes reduce visibility, so clear winter mornings (November-February) offer the sharpest views.
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Nandi Hills
Visible shortly after takeoff from BLR, these ancient hill fortresses rise sharply from the surrounding plains.
Godavari River Crossing
A view of the wide, inland stretches of the Godavari river as it winds through the Deccan Plateau.
Eastern Ghats
The rugged and forested interior ridges of the Eastern Ghats mountain range offer a textured landscape.
Bhubaneswar Outskirts
View the urban layout of Odisha's capital city and its many ancient temple structures from a distance.
Deccan Sunset
On evening flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun setting over the vast Indian interior.
Choose this side for evening flights (after 5:00 PM) to enjoy the sunset without the glare of the sun directly in your window. It is also better for spotting inland landmarks like the Nandi Hills during departure. During the monsoon (June-September), this side often provides dramatic views of towering cumulus clouds building over the mainland.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 1,547 km (961 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: BLR (13.1979, 77.706299)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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