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HYD → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Hyderabad) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Hyderabad cityscape at takeoff and captures the sprawling river deltas and the iconic Hooghly River during the final approach into Kolkata.
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Golconda & Charminar
Catch glimpses of Hyderabad's historical landmarks and the urban sprawl shortly after departure from HYD.
Mahanadi River Delta
Panoramic views of the massive river system splitting into numerous distributaries near the Odisha coastline.
Bay of Bengal Horizon
The shimmering blue horizon and the meeting point of land and sea are often visible on clear days.
Hooghly River & Howrah
Dramatic views of the winding river, historical bridges, and the dense urban density of Kolkata on final approach.
The right side is premier for the final descent into CCU, as the flight path often banks over the Hooghly River. For the best photography of the river deltas, a late afternoon flight provides excellent golden hour lighting.
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Deccan Plateau Landscapes
Observation of the ancient rock formations and rugged terrain of the Telangana region shortly after departure.
Upper Godavari Basin
Aerial view of the winding Godavari River as it flows through the heart of the Indian peninsula.
Similipal Forest Range
Distant views of the dense green canopies and hilly tracts of northern Odisha and the Chhota Nagpur Plateau.
Bengal Alluvial Plains
The transition into the flat, fertile, and water-rich emerald plains of lower West Bengal.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. This side is ideal for observing the geological transition from rocky plateau to alluvial plains without atmospheric haze issues.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 1,208 km (751 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: HYD (17.2313175201, 78.4298553467)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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