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DEL → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic sequence of world-class mountain ranges including the Hindu Kush and the Caucasus, alongside better lighting conditions for photography on westbound daytime flights.
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Hindu Kush
Breathtaking views of the jagged, high-altitude peaks across northern Afghanistan.
Caspian Sea
The immense blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Caucasus Mountains
The massive range between the Black and Caspian seas, featuring the prominent Mount Elbrus.
Black Sea Coast
A long stretch of deep blue water contrasting with the green coastlines of Georgia and Romania.
Carpathian Mountains
The scenic, rolling peaks of the Transylvanian region in Romania.
Bavarian Countryside
The neat patchwork of German farmlands and forests as the plane descends into MUC.
The right side is the 'cool' side, avoiding direct sunlight for most of the flight. Watch for Mount Elbrus (Europe's highest peak) approximately 5 to 6 hours into the journey. Visibility is best on clear winter days when the mountains are heavily snow-covered. Use a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion during the high-altitude mountain crossings.
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Thar Desert
The arid, golden landscapes of the Indo-Pakistani border visible shortly after takeoff.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast, high-altitude steppes of central Turkey with unique geological formations.
Bosphorus Strait
The thin blue line separating Asia and Europe, often visible near the Istanbul corridor.
Balkan Mountains
The rugged, forested terrain of Bulgaria and Serbia as the flight enters Europe.
Austrian Alps
A stunning panoramic view of the snow-capped Eastern Alps during the final approach into Munich.
Expect significant glare and heat from the southern sun on daytime flights heading west. To see the Austrian Alps on arrival, hope for a landing approach from the southeast. This side is better for catching the sunset if flying on a late afternoon departure.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 5,899 km (3,665 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 56 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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