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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
During a typical westbound departure, passengers on the left side can see the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and the Arabian Sea coastline.
During a typical westbound departure, passengers on the left side can see the Bandra-Worli Sea Link and the Arabian Sea coastline.
The left side offers an unparalleled front-row seat to the Himalayan mountain range as the aircraft enters Nepal, providing views of several 8,000-meter peaks during the descent.
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Greater Himalayan ranges and the rising peaks of the Pir Panjal as you enter the Kashmir Valley.
The left side is generally the best choice for this long-haul journey primarily because of the scenic approach into Newark Liberty International Airport, which frequently provides a panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty.
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Himalayan range in the distance and the spectacular rugged topography of Southwest China and the Yangtze River gorges.
The Right Side provides an incredible vantage point for the Mumbai coastline, the transition across the Gulf of Khambhat, and the massive industrial refinery complexes near Jamnagar.
The left side offers a breathtaking perspective of the Western Ghats (Sahyadris), featuring dramatic mountain peaks, lush tropical forests, and the unique topography of the Konkan hinterland.
The right side offers a continuous, breathtaking panorama of the Indian coastline, featuring the rugged Konkan cliffs, the golden beaches of Goa, and the serene estuaries of the Malabar coast.
The right side is significantly more scenic during the final third of the flight, offering expansive views of the snow-capped Pir Panjal range and the Dhauladhar mountains of the Himalayas as you approach Jammu.
The right side offers the most dramatic mountain scenery, including the folded ridges of the Zagros Mountains and a breathtaking panoramic approach over the Swiss Alps into Zurich.
The left side offers a superior experience for the first half of the journey, featuring the stunning Indian coastline and the highest probability of spotting the Maldives atolls from a distance.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Zagros Mountains, the historic Bosphorus crossing in Istanbul, and the snow-capped Carpathian range.
The right side is favored for its dramatic approach into Egypt, offering views of the Suez Canal and the vibrant green contrast of the Nile Delta against the surrounding desert.