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DHM → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Kangra Airport (Kangra) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled, close-up views of the majestic Dhauladhar Range and the snow-capped higher Himalayas throughout the first half of the flight.
Dhauladhar Range
Breathtaking views of the granite mountains and snow-covered peaks that tower over the Kangra Valley immediately after takeoff.
McLeod Ganj & Dharamshala
A bird's-eye view of the hillside residences and the residence of the Dalai Lama nestled in the foothills.
Triund Ridge
Clear visibility of the popular trekking ridge and the steep hiking trails winding up the mountain face.
Chandigarh View
As the plane heads south, you can often spot the grid-like urban planning of the 'City Beautiful' to the east.
Shivalik Transition
Watch the dramatic change in terrain as the rugged mountain peaks give way to the rolling green Shivalik hills.
Book an early morning flight (before 10 AM) to avoid haze and catch the sun illuminating the mountain faces. Seats in front of the wing (Rows 1-5) provide the most unobstructed view of the high peaks during the initial ascent.
Kangra Fort
The historic fortification, one of the oldest in India, is visible perched on a cliff near the confluence of rivers shortly after departure.
Pong Dam Lake
The massive Maharana Pratap Sagar reservoir appears as a vast blue expanse to the west during the climb.
Beas River
Aerial views of the meandering Beas River as it flows through the valley towards the plains of Punjab.
Punjab Plains
A vast tapestry of geometric agricultural fields that change colors from bright green to golden yellow depending on the season.
Delhi NCR Outskirts
On the final approach, the dense urban sprawl of North Delhi and the industrial corridors of Haryana come into view.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Punjab plains. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the sprawling Pong Dam reservoir, which is particularly stunning during the monsoon season when water levels are high.
Distance: 408 km (254 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: DHM (32.16510009765625, 76.26339721679688)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: Domestic
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