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HYD → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Hyderabad) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior experience, primarily due to the approach into London Heathrow. When landing to the west, which is the most frequent pattern, passengers on the right are treated to an iconic aerial tour of Central London, including the Thames and major landmarks. Additionally, this side provides better views of the Turkish coastline and the Caucasus mountain range.
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Thar Desert
View the golden sands and arid landscapes of Northwest India and Pakistan shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Black Sea Coast
The flight path often follows the northern coast of Turkey, offering beautiful blue water and mountain contrasts.
Caucasus Mountains
Stunning views of high-altitude peaks and glaciers as the aircraft transits between Asia and Europe.
Central London Skyline
On the standard 'River' approach to LHR, see the Shard, Tower Bridge, and the London Eye in detail.
Windsor Castle
Often visible on the right side during the final seconds of flight if landing on the 27R runway.
The right side is highly recommended for the arrival into London. Most flights land facing west (Westerlies); if this is the case, the right side provides a front-row seat to the city's skyline. For photography, the lighting is generally better on this side during the morning and afternoon when flying west, as the sun remains to the south. Choose a seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Turkish and European landscapes.
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Deccan Plateau
Immediately after departure from Hyderabad, enjoy views of the ancient, rocky terrain of central India.
Zagros Mountains
Dramatic views of the jagged, folded mountain ridges across Iran if the flight path tracks south.
Danube River
Watch the winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it flows through Eastern and Central Europe.
Richmond Park
During the final descent into LHR, look out for the massive green expanse of London's largest Royal Park.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the European Alps are visible far to the south while transiting Central Europe.
Sit on the left if you prefer viewing the vast landscape of the Indian subcontinent during takeoff. For day flights, the sun will be on the left side of the aircraft for the first half of the journey when flying westward, which may cause glare. It is a good choice for spotting the green outskirts of South London and the historic Windsor area just before touchdown.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 7,754 km (4,818 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 7 min
Departure: HYD (17.2313175201, 78.4298553467)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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