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CJB → BOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Coimbatore International Airport (Coimbatore) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Nilgiri Hills immediately after takeoff and provides the iconic coastal approach into Mumbai, including views of the Arabian Sea and the city skyline.
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Nilgiri Mountains
Breathtaking views of the 'Blue Mountains' and the lush green tea plantations of the Ooty region shortly after departure.
Konkan Coastline
Distances views of the rugged shoreline where the Western Ghats meet the Arabian Sea as the flight moves north.
South Mumbai Skyline
Spectacular aerial views of Mumbai's dense urban landscape and high-rise developments during the descent.
Bandra-Worli Sea Link
The architectural marvel connecting the suburbs to South Mumbai is often visible during the final approach into Runway 27.
Backwaters & Creeks
Intricate networks of mangroves and the Vasai-Virar creek system visible during the northern pattern.
Sit on the left for the best mountain views early in the flight. For the Mumbai arrival, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the coastline and the Sea Link. During monsoon (June-Sept), expect dramatic cloud formations over the Ghats.
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Sathyamangalam Forests
Dense tropical deciduous forests and wildlife corridors visible on the border of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Deccan Reservoirs
Large irrigation projects and dams like the Almatti or Tungabhadra dotting the arid plateau landscape.
Sahyadri Ridges
The dramatic eastern escarpments of the Western Ghats, featuring unique basalt 'step' formations.
Navi Mumbai Development
Clear views of the rapidly expanding satellite city and the construction site of the new international airport.
Deccan Plateau
The vast, ancient volcanic landscape of Maharashtra with its characteristic flat-topped hills.
The right side is excellent for observing the geological transition from the lush Ghats to the dry Deccan Plateau. Afternoon flights offer the best illumination of the mountain ridges. Watch for the intricate river patterns of the Krishna and Bhima basins midway through the journey.
Book Hotels in MumbaiDistance: 1,002 km (623 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: CJB (11.029999733, 77.0434036255)
Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Route Type: Domestic
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