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DEL → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the rare opportunity to view the distant snow-capped Himalayan range and the lush northern stretches of the Ganges.
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Himalayan Range
On exceptionally clear days, the distant snow peaks of the Nepal Himalayas are visible far to the north.
The Ganges
The flight path follows the northern bank of the river, offering sweeping views of its massive floodplains.
Patna City
Aerial view of the Bihar capital situated at the strategic confluence of the Ganges and Sone rivers.
Farakka Barrage
A massive dam and bridge crossing the Ganges near the international border with Bangladesh.
Bengal Plains
The landscape transitions into the characteristic deep green paddy fields and water bodies of West Bengal.
Fly during the winter months (November to February) for the clearest skies and minimal haze. Early morning flights are highly recommended as the rising sun perfectly illuminates the Himalayan peaks to the north. Opt for a window seat behind the wing (rows 20+) to ensure the engine does not obstruct the horizon.
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Delhi Metropolis
Expansive views of the National Capital Region's dense urban layout and parks shortly after takeoff.
Lucknow Heritage
Spot the winding Gomti river and the sprawling cultural landmarks of the Uttar Pradesh capital.
Varanasi (Kashi)
The distinct crescent bend of the Ganges where one of the world's oldest living cities is located.
Plateau Edge
The southern horizon reveals the rugged, darker terrain of the Chota Nagpur Plateau in Jharkhand.
Hooghly River
The primary distributary of the Ganges, visible with its many vessels during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the central Indian plains. It also offers the best views of the city lights of Varanasi and Lucknow during night flights. During the final approach into CCU, this side often provides a better perspective of the northern Kolkata suburbs and the industrial belts.
Book Hotels in KolkataDistance: 1,313 km (816 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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