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BOM → RPR
Which side of the plane to sit from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai) to Raipur Airport (Raipur)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most consistent views of the rugged Western Ghats after takeoff and offers a superior perspective of Nagpur's urban sprawl and the lush agricultural plains of eastern Maharashtra.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Aerial views of Mumbai's green lungs and the Vihar and Tulsi lakes immediately after departure.
Northern Western Ghats
Spectacular ridges and deep valleys of the Sahyadri range near the Kalsubai peak region.
Tapti River Meanders
The winding course of the Tapti River as it carves through the Deccan Plateau.
Nagpur Urban Core
A clear view of the 'Orange City' including the Zero Mile area and the sprawling Multi-modal Passenger and Cargo Hub (MIHAN).
Chhattisgarh Basin
The transition into the fertile 'Rice Bowl of India' with its patchwork of vibrant green paddy fields.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. Watch closely during the first 15 minutes for the dramatic rise of the Ghats. During the monsoon (June-September), this side offers incredible views of mist-covered peaks and seasonal waterfalls.
Arabian Sea Coastline
If departing westward, you get a stunning view of the Mumbai shoreline and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.
Bhandardara Reservoir
The deep blue waters of Arthur Lake nestled amidst the high peaks of the Sahyadris.
Thal Ghat Incline
The historic and steep railway route winding its way through the mountains toward Igatpuri.
Godavari River Basin
The early stretches of the Godavari river as it begins its long journey across the peninsula.
Mahanadi Tributaries
The various streams and wetlands that feed into the Mahanadi river system near Raipur.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to capture the golden hour glow over the Deccan traps. Keep an eye out for the massive reservoirs that dot the landscape of central Maharashtra, which are particularly impressive just after the rainy season.
Distance: 955 km (593 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Arrival: RPR (21.180401, 81.7388)
Route Type: Domestic
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