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CDG → BOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers the most dramatic views of the Swiss and Austrian Alps shortly after departure, followed by the expansive and rugged mountain ranges of Iran and the Elburz mountains.
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Swiss & Austrian Alps
Breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and glaciers roughly 60-90 minutes after takeoff from Paris.
Caucasus & Elburz
Depending on the specific airway, you may see the southern reaches of the Caucasus or the dramatic Elburz range in Iran.
Iranian Plateau
Stunning high-altitude desert landscapes and unique geological folding patterns across central Iran.
Tehran Skyline
Distances views of the sprawling Iranian capital and the iconic Milad Tower if the flight path tracks north.
Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges and waterfalls visible during the monsoon season as you descend into India.
Select the left side for morning or afternoon departures to catch the sunlight hitting the Alps. For night flights, this side offers the best chance to see the sunrise over the Indian subcontinent before landing. Look out for the peak of Mount Damavand if the pilot takes a northern route over Iran.
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Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is often visible to the south during the early segment of the flight.
Adriatic Coast
Beautiful views of the turquoise waters and islands along the Croatian and Balkan coastlines.
Mesopotamian Rivers
The Tigris and Euphrates rivers winding through the desert plains of Iraq.
Persian Gulf Lights
Spectacular night views of the brightly lit coastal cities of Kuwait, Dammam, and Dubai.
Mumbai Harbor
On final approach, see the ships anchored in the Arabian Sea and the iconic Bandra-Worli Sea Link.
The right side is ideal for night flights, as it provides a front-row seat to the dazzling city lights of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. During the approach into Mumbai (BOM), the right side often offers a better view of the coastline and the Arabian Sea when the aircraft performs its final turn for landing.
Book Hotels in MumbaiDistance: 6,994 km (4,346 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 14 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Route Type: International
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