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DEL → DED
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Dehradun Airport (Dehra Dun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic transition from the flat plains of North India to the towering peaks of the Himalayas, including views of the holy Ganges river.
Himalayan Vistas
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Greater Himalayas are visible on the horizon.
Ganges River
Spot the holy river as it emerges from the mountains near Haridwar and flows into the plains.
Rajaji National Park
Fly over the dense canopy of the Shivalik forest range, home to wild elephants and diverse wildlife.
Shivalik Range
The dramatic first layer of the mountain system rising sharply from the flat Gangetic plain.
Doon Valley Entry
The scenic approach where the plane maneuvers between the hills to line up with the runway.
The right side is significantly more scenic for this route. For the best experience, book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) when the air is clearest and the sun illuminates the Himalayan peaks. During winter months, haze can be thick, so morning flights are even more critical for visibility. Look for the Ganges near Haridwar about 10 minutes before landing.
North Delhi Skyline
Bird's eye view of the sprawling residential sectors and industrial zones of North Delhi and Rohini.
Western UP Farmlands
Vibrant green and gold patchwork of agricultural fields stretching across the fertile plains.
Mussourie Skyline
As the plane enters the Doon Valley, look ahead and left to see the hill station perched on the ridge.
Sit on the left if you prefer seeing the urban sprawl of Delhi and the structured agricultural patterns of the plains. Choose a seat away from the wing to catch the Mussoorie ridge during the final descent into Jolly Grant Airport.
Distance: 208 km (129 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: DED (30.189698999999997, 78.180298)
Route Type: Domestic
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