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BOM → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior primarily for the approach into London. When landing toward the west (the most common wind direction), passengers on the left side are treated to a world-class aerial tour of Central London, including the Thames, Tower Bridge, and the Shard. Additionally, this side offers stunning views of the Arabian Peninsula's coastline and the Southern Alps.
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Arabian Sea
Vast blue vistas immediately after departing the Indian coast.
UAE Coastline
Distant views of the Dubai and Abu Dhabi skylines and the Palm Islands.
Arabian Desert
Intricate golden dune patterns and circular irrigation farms across the Middle East.
The Alps
Spectacular snow-capped peaks across Switzerland and France during the latter half of the flight.
Central London
The iconic 'London fly-past' featuring the London Eye, Big Ben, and the Tower of London on approach.
Wembley Stadium
The famous arch of England's national stadium is often visible during the final descent.
For the best views of London, select a seat behind the wing to avoid obstruction. Most BOM-LHR flights depart in the morning; the sun will be on the left (south) for much of the journey, so keep your window shade down during the desert crossing to avoid glare, but open it over Europe. Ensure you are on the left for the 'River Effect' landing on Runway 27R or 27L.
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Gulf of Kutch
The unique salt marshes and coastline of northwestern India shortly after takeoff.
Zagros Mountains
Stunning folded mountain ranges and deep valleys across Iran.
The Black Sea
The transition from the Anatolian plateau to the deep blue of the Black Sea coast.
Carpathian Mountains
The rugged, forested peaks of Romania and Central Europe.
Windsor Castle
The world's largest inhabited castle is clearly visible on the right during a westerly landing approach.
The right side is ideal if you prefer to avoid direct sunlight for the majority of the flight. It offers excellent views of the Caucasus and Carpathian ranges. On approach to Heathrow, while you miss the city center, you get an excellent view of Windsor Castle and the lush green suburbs of Berkshire just moments before touchdown.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 7,213 km (4,482 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 29 min
Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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