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CJB → BLR
Which side of the plane to sit from Coimbatore International Airport (Coimbatore) to Kempegowda International Airport (Bangalore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Nilgiri Mountains and the massive Stanley Reservoir (Mettur Dam), which are the geographic highlights of this short regional hop.
Nilgiri Mountain Range
Aerial views of the blue mountains and the eastern edges of the Western Ghats shortly after takeoff.
Stanley Reservoir
The vast expanse of the Mettur Dam on the Kaveri River, one of India's largest stone masonry dams.
Biligiriranga Hills
Dense forest canopy of the BR Hills wildlife sanctuary visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Nandi Hills
The famous ancient hill fortress located north of Bangalore, visible if the flight approaches BLR from the north.
Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Western Ghats. The Mettur Dam is best spotted about 15-20 minutes into the flight. If the aircraft lands from the north, you will get a clear view of the Devanahalli area and Nandi Hills.
Bhavani River
Follow the winding path of the Bhavani river as it flows through the plains of western Tamil Nadu.
Industrial Hubs
Aerial perspectives of the textile corridors of Tiruppur and the manufacturing zones around Erode.
Bangalore Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'Silicon Valley of India' including Electronic City and the central business district during descent.
Krishnagiri Reservoir
The scenic waters of the Krishnagiri Dam nestled among the rocky granite hills of the Deccan Plateau.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to avoid the harsh afternoon glare. This side is better for observing the rapid urban expansion of Bangalore and the industrial landscape of the Kongu region. Keep an eye out for the distinctive rocky outcrops typical of the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border.
Distance: 252 km (157 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: CJB (11.029999733, 77.0434036255)
Arrival: BLR (13.1979, 77.706299)
Route Type: Domestic
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