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BOM → JAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai) to Jaipur International Airport (Jaipur)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Western Ghats immediately after takeoff, followed by a stunning parallel perspective of the Aravalli Range and the historic forts of Jaipur during descent.
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Western Ghats
Dramatic ridges of the Sahyadri range visible as the plane heads North-East from Mumbai.
Narmada River
The wide, majestic crossing of the Narmada river near the city of Bharuch.
Aravalli Range
The ancient, folded mountain structures that define the landscape of Southern Rajasthan.
Jaipur Forts
Bird's-eye view of the Nahargarh and Amer Forts perched on the hills during the approach to JAI.
The Pink City
View of the iconic terracotta-colored architecture and the grid-based urban planning of old Jaipur.
The right side is ideal for morning flights as the sun is on the opposite side, providing clear, shadow-rich views of the Aravalli peaks. During monsoon (July-September), the Ghats on this side appear exceptionally lush and green.
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Breathtaking views of the Mumbai shoreline and the Juhu beach area shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Khambhat
The muddy estuaries and industrial coastal patches of Southern Gujarat.
Sabarmati River
Visual of the river cutting through the Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar urban sprawl.
Thar Desert Edge
Gradual transition from the green plains of Gujarat to the arid, sandy landscapes of Western Rajasthan.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Arabian Sea and the desert horizons. It is also better for spotting the expansive salt pans near the Gujarat-Rajasthan border.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 911 km (566 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Arrival: JAI (26.8242, 75.812202)
Route Type: Domestic
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