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DEL → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the world's most dramatic mountain ranges, including the distant Himalayas, the Hindu Kush, and the massive Caucasus range featuring Mount Elbrus.
Himalayan Vistas
On clear days, the high peaks of the Karakoram and Himalayas are visible on the northern horizon after takeoff.
Hindu Kush Range
Spectacular, rugged, and snow-dusted terrain over northern Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
Mount Elbrus
The highest peak in Europe, standing prominently within the Caucasus Mountains between the Black and Caspian Seas.
Black Sea Northern Coast
Beautiful views of the coastline where the deep waters meet the Eastern European landmass.
Carpathian Mountains
Dense green forests and winding valleys of Romania and Ukraine visible during the mid-flight phase.
Bavarian/Hessian Countryside
Neat, patchwork fields and red-roofed German villages as the aircraft begins its descent into Frankfurt.
The right side is the 'cool' side for a morning or afternoon flight from Delhi, as it stays in the shade. It provides the best opportunity to see the high-altitude peaks of the Caucasus. Ensure you have a window seat away from the wing to fully capture the scale of the Hindu Kush mountains. Seasonal snow cover in winter makes the Caucasus particularly breathtaking.
Thar Desert
Expansive golden sand dunes visible shortly after takeoff near the Indo-Pak border.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic, folded limestone ridges visible if the flight path tracks across central Iran.
Caspian Sea Southern Coast
The deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland sea transitioning into lush Iranian forests.
Frankfurt Skyline
Depending on the wind direction, the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers are often visible on the left during final approach.
Danube River
Watch for the shimmering curves of Europe's second-longest river as you cross Central Europe.
For day flights, the left side receives direct sunlight for a significant portion of the journey heading West-Northwest, so keep your window shade partially down to avoid glare. This side is excellent for seeing the southern European plains and the specific urban layout of Frankfurt during a western approach.
Distance: 6,121 km (3,803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 12 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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