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GOP → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Gorakhpur Airport (Gorakhpur) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is the clear winner for its potential to reveal the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the north and the intricate river systems of the Terai region.
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Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Nepal and Uttarakhand Himalayas are visible far to the north.
Ghaghara River
Immediately after takeoff, witness the wide, meandering channels of this major tributary.
Western UP Cities
Bird's eye view of industrial hubs like Bareilly and Moradabad along the flight path.
Upper Ganga Canal
A distinct, long-distance canal system that appears as a straight blue line cutting through the terrain.
Old Delhi Vistas
Views of the Yamuna River and the dense historic center of Delhi if landing from the east.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers; book this side for winter flights when the air is clearest. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on the landscape without sun glare. Watch for the dramatic change from rural plains to the dense Delhi metropolis.
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Gangetic Patchwork
Endless geometric patterns of agricultural fields that change colors with the seasons.
Lucknow Urban Area
A view of the Uttar Pradesh capital and the Gomti river passing through the city.
The Holy Ganges
A wide-angle view of the Ganges river as it flows through the industrial heartland near Kanpur.
Buddh International Circuit
Visible near Greater Noida, this is India's premier Formula 1 racing track.
Noida Tech Hub
Modern architecture and high-rise clusters visible during the final approach into Delhi.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise over the plains. It is also the best side to observe the massive urbanization of the National Capital Region (NCR) as you descend.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 657 km (408 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: GOP (26.739700317399997, 83.44969940189999)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: Domestic
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