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DEL → BBI
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Biju Patnaik Airport (Bhubaneswar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the major river systems of Northern India and the lush approach into the Mahanadi River basin before landing in Bhubaneswar.
Delhi Metropolis
Aerial views of the capital's planned layout and the historic monuments visible during the initial climb.
Yamuna Meanders
Clear views of the winding Yamuna River as the flight tracks southeast toward the heart of India.
Varanasi & The Ganges
On clear days, you can spot the distant expanse of the holy Ganges river system flowing through the plains.
Mahanadi River Basin
Striking views of the wide, sandy riverbeds and green floodplains as you descend into Odisha.
Cuttack & Bhubaneswar
Views of the twin cities' urban sprawl and numerous temple spires during the final approach.
For the best experience, choose an early morning flight. The sun rises on this side, illuminating the river systems and the green landscape of Odisha. If the weather is exceptionally clear in winter, look north shortly after takeoff for a glimpse of the distant Himalayan peaks. Avoid seats directly over the wing for unobstructed views of the river confluences.
Central Indian Heartland
A patchwork of agricultural fields across Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh showing diverse crop patterns.
Vindhya Range
The rugged terrain and plateau formations of the ancient Vindhya mountains visible during the mid-flight segment.
Eastern Ghats
The rolling green hills and dense forest cover of the northern Eastern Ghats as the plane enters Odisha's airspace.
Industrial Corridor
Views of the major steel plants and mining operations that define the landscape of the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border.
Evening Glow
On sunset flights, this side offers spectacular views of the horizon changing colors over the central plateaus.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid direct glare while still capturing the warm sunset colors over the plateau. Keep an eye out for the reservoir systems in Chhattisgarh, which appear like silver mirrors during the midday sun. This side typically offers a more stable view of the varying topographical elevations of central India.
Distance: 1,278 km (794 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: BBI (20.2444000244, 85.8178024292)
Route Type: Domestic
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