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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a spectacular view of the Indian subcontinent's transition into the ocean, featuring the legendary Adam's Bridge (Rama Setu) and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mannar.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Delhi Cityscape

Aerial views of the Yamuna River and the sprawling urban layout of South Delhi and Noida upon departure.

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Deccan Plateau

Rugged landscapes and seasonal riverbeds of Central India, showing the unique geography of the plateau.

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Cauvery River Delta

The lush green agricultural belts of Tamil Nadu as the flight moves toward the southern tip of India.

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Adam's Bridge

The iconic chain of limestone shoals connecting Dhanushkodi in India to Mannar Island in Sri Lanka.

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Gulf of Mannar

Shallow, crystal-clear turquoise waters and marine protected areas visible during the crossing to Sri Lanka.

Select a seat in the front or rear of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction. A morning flight (07:00-10:00) is optimal for the best lighting over Adam's Bridge, as the sun will be behind you or directly overhead, illuminating the underwater reefs clearly.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Aravalli Range

The ancient mountain ranges visible on the periphery as you head south from Delhi.

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Western Ghats

Distant views of the blue-tinted peaks of the Western Ghats mountain range running parallel to the coast.

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Arabian Sea Horizon

A vast, unobstructed view of the horizon where the sun sets on evening flights.

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Negombo Lagoon

The massive coastal lagoon and palm-fringed shoreline of Sri Lanka during the final descent into CMB.

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Colombo Skyline

Depending on the approach pattern, a distant view of Colombo's burgeoning skyscrapers and the Lotus Tower.

Perfect for sunset lovers on evening flights. On the final approach to Bandaranaike International, the right side often offers a better perspective of the Sri Lankan coastline and the tropical fishing boats in the Negombo area.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,396 km (1,489 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 12 min

Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)

Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)

Route Type: International

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