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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior view of the dramatic Hindu Kush mountain ranges and the lush, green landscapes of interior Sri Lanka during the descent into Colombo.

Left Side Highlights
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Hindu Kush Mountains

Breathtaking views of high-altitude peaks and rugged terrain over Afghanistan and northern Pakistan.

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Indus River Basin

The winding silver thread of one of Asia's longest rivers cutting through the landscape below.

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Central Asian Steppes

The vast, golden expanses of Kazakhstan visible during the early stages of the flight.

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Jaffna Peninsula

The northern tip of Sri Lanka with its unique lagoons and scattered islands as you enter the island's airspace.

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Sigiriya & Central Highlands

Lush tropical forests and the possibility of spotting the famous rock fortress from a distance depending on the arrival path.

On daytime flights, the left side avoids the harshest direct sunlight while crossing the equator. For overnight flights, the left side catches the sunrise over the Indian subcontinent. Watch for the dramatic transition from the arid peaks of Central Asia to the tropical greenery of Sri Lanka about 45 minutes before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Caspian Sea

The world's largest inland body of water visible on the western horizon during the initial hours.

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Karakum Desert

Intricate sand patterns and remote desert landscapes of Turkmenistan.

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Arabian Sea

A long stretch of deep blue water as the flight moves south toward the tip of India.

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Colombo Skyline

Views of the Lotus Tower and the growing Port City skyline if the aircraft approaches from the north.

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Indian Ocean Sunset

Uninterrupted views of the horizon for evening departures from Moscow.

The right side is ideal for catching the sunset shortly after departing Moscow. During the approach to CMB, the right side often provides a better view of the coastline and the Indian Ocean, especially if the plane performs a loop over the sea to align with the runway.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,511 km (4,046 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 40 min

Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)

Route Type: International

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