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FRA → MAA
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Chennai International Airport (Madras)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of dramatic landscapes, including the snow-capped Alborz and Ararat peaks, the unique salt deserts of Iran, and the vastness of the Black Sea.
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Austrian Alps
Crisp views of the high peaks of the Eastern Alps shortly after departing Germany.
Black Sea Coast
The deep blue contrast of the Turkish and Bulgarian coastlines coming into view.
Mount Ararat
The majestic, snow-capped dormant volcano near the border of Turkey and Iran.
Great Salt Desert
The surreal, cracked patterns of the Dasht-e Kavir in central Iran.
Tehran
A sprawling view of the Iranian capital nestled at the foot of the mountains.
Himalayan Foothills
Distant views of the northern mountain ranges as the plane enters Indian airspace.
For the typical overnight FRA-MAA schedule, the left side provides a stunning sunrise view over the Asian landmass. Look for the sharp contrast of the Alborz Mountains against the Caspian Sea to the north. Keep an eye out for Mount Ararat approximately 4-5 hours into the flight.
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Swiss-Austrian Alps
Spectacular views of the central European mountain range depending on the exact flight path.
Mesopotamian Basin
The fertile plains between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq.
Persian Gulf Cities
Nighttime views of the illuminated skylines of Kuwait, Dammam, or Dubai.
Arabian Sea
A vast expanse of blue during the mid-portion of the journey towards India.
Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges visible as the flight crosses the Indian coastline near Goa or Mangalore.
Deccan Plateau
The rugged, varied terrain of central India during the final approach to Chennai.
The right side is excellent for seeing the glittering lights of the Middle Eastern coastal cities if the flight path tracks south through the Persian Gulf. As you approach India, this side provides the first glimpse of the lush Western Ghats' tropical greenery during the descent into Chennai.
Book Hotels in MadrasDistance: 7,594 km (4,719 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 56 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Route Type: International
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