Loading map...
GAU β IXS
Which side of the plane to sit from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati) to Silchar Airport (Silchar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the dramatic Meghalaya escarpment, featuring the steep cliffs of Cherrapunji and views stretching toward the Bangladesh border.
Shillong Plateau
Views of the high-altitude plateau and the outskirts of Shillong, often shrouded in a light morning mist.
Sohra Escarpment
Dramatic 1,000-meter vertical drops and limestone cliffs near Cherrapunji, one of the wettest places on Earth.
Seasonal Waterfalls
During or just after monsoon, several thin white ribbons of water can be seen plunging off the Meghalaya cliffs.
Bangladesh Plains
On clear days, the horizon opens up to show the vast, flat, water-logged plains of the Sylhet division in Bangladesh.
Kumbhirgram Hills
The low-lying hills surrounding Silchar airport provide a scenic backdrop for the final approach into the valley.
The right side is the 'star' of this short route. Request a seat ahead of the wing to clearly see the 'Cloud Dwelling' stateβs edge. Morning flights (7 AM - 9 AM) are highly recommended to avoid the heavy convective clouds that usually form over the hills by midday, obscuring the ground.
Guwahati Cityscape
Bird's-eye view of the growing urban sprawl of Guwahati and the southern banks of the Brahmaputra River during takeoff.
Jaintia Hills
Dense tropical forests and rolling limestone topography characteristic of the eastern Meghalaya plateau.
Barak River Meanders
Intricate, snake-like curves of the Barak River as it winds through the lush plains of southern Assam.
Cachar Tea Estates
Expansive, neatly patterned green tea gardens that define the landscape as the aircraft descends into Silchar.
Sit on the left for softer morning light and clear views of the Jaintia Hills. This side is particularly scenic during the post-monsoon months (October-November) when the vegetation is at its most vibrant green. Watch for the sudden change from high plateau to river valley.
Distance: 193 km (120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: GAU (26.10610008239746, 91.58589935302734)
Arrival: IXS (24.912900924699997, 92.9786987305)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.