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BOM → CTU
Which side of the plane to sit from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (Chengdu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the majestic Eastern Himalayan range and the dramatic vertical terrain of the Hengduan Mountains upon entering China.
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Mumbai Coastline
Breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea and the Mumbai skyline immediately after takeoff from BOM.
Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta
The intricate, vein-like network of one of the world's largest river deltas near the Bangladesh border.
Eastern Himalayas
Distant but clear views of high-altitude snow-capped peaks as the flight tracks north of the Indian plains.
Hengduan Mountains
Spectacular jagged ridges and deep river valleys of the Tibetan Plateau's eastern edge.
Min River
The winding river path leading into the heart of the Sichuan Basin during the descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Himalayan horizon. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the mountain ranges. Clear skies are most common from October to March.
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Deccan Plateau
The vast, ancient volcanic landscape of central India with its unique flat-topped hills.
Brahmaputra River
The massive, braided river channel visible as it snakes through the plains of Assam.
Northern Myanmar Highlands
Lush, dense tropical rainforests and remote mountain settlements in the Kachin State region.
Sichuan Basin
The vibrant green patchwork of agricultural terraces and rice paddies characteristic of the region.
Chengdu Urban Sprawl
The massive, modern urban landscape of Chengdu appearing through the haze during the final approach.
The right side is excellent for sunset arrivals, as the fading light catches the mist in the Sichuan Basin. Note that this side may experience more glare during mid-day flights traveling eastbound. Keep an eye out for the dense cloud cover often found over Chengdu, which usually breaks just before landing.
Book Hotels in ChengduDistance: 3,372 km (2,095 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Arrival: CTU (30.578500747680664, 103.9469985961914)
Route Type: International
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