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BOMIXU

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of the rugged Sahyadri mountain range, including the highest peaks in Maharashtra and several massive reservoirs during the short transition from the coast to the Deccan Plateau.

Left Side Highlights
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Sanjay Gandhi National Park

A massive green lung amidst the concrete jungle of Mumbai, visible shortly after takeoff.

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Vasai Creek

The winding estuary that separates Mumbai from the mainland to the north.

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Kalsubai Range

Views of the highest point in Maharashtra (Kalsubai Peak) and the surrounding jagged ridgeline.

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Bhandardara Reservoir

The deep blue waters of Lake Arthur and the Wilson Dam nestled within the mountains.

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Upper Vaitarna Dam

A sprawling water body that serves as a primary water source for Mumbai.

Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the verdant Ghats. This side is especially stunning from July to September when the mountains are covered in dozens of seasonal waterfalls.

Right Side Highlights
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Navi Mumbai & Port

Views of the planned city of Navi Mumbai and the massive JNPT container terminal.

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Matheran Hill Station

The distinctive flat-topped red hills of this eco-sensitive hill station.

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Daulatabad Fort

The legendary 12th-century triangular fortress visible on the final approach into Aurangabad.

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Aurangabad Cityscape

A clear view of the city's sprawl and its historical layout as you descend into IXU.

The right side is essential for history buffs as it typically provides the best view of Daulatabad Fort during the descent. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Arabian Sea during the initial climb.

Top Activities in Aurangabad
Route Information

Distance: 279 km (173 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 28 min

Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)

Arrival: IXU (19.862699508666992, 75.39810180664062)

Route Type: Domestic

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