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Which side of the plane to sit from Imphal Airport (Imphal) to Silchar Airport (Silchar)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an exceptional perspective of the iconic Loktak Lake shortly after takeoff, followed by the dramatic river confluences near the Manipur-Mizoram border.

Left Side Highlights
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Loktak Lake

The largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, famous for its unique floating circular islands called Phumdis.

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Churachandpur Ridges

Stunning aerial views of the north-south oriented hill ranges characteristic of the Indo-Burma fold belt.

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Barak River Confluence

Watch the Barak River as it snakes through deep valleys and meets its tributaries near the Tipaimukh region.

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Hill Settlements

Isolated villages perched precariously on the high ridges of the Manipur hills.

For the best experience, book a window seat on the left to see Loktak Lake within the first 5-8 minutes of flight. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the haze that often builds up in the valleys by afternoon. During monsoon, expect dramatic cloud formations over the hills.

Right Side Highlights
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Barail Range

View the rugged peaks of the Barail Range, which contains some of the highest elevations in the region.

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Tamenglong Forests

Dense, lush evergreen forests covering the western districts of Manipur, known for their high biodiversity.

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Jiri River

The winding river that serves as the natural boundary between the states of Manipur and Assam.

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Cachar Tea Gardens

Extensive green tea estates that dominate the landscape as the aircraft descends into the Silchar plains.

The right side is perfect for viewing the transition from high mountainous terrain to the flat, fertile plains of the Cachar district. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes for clear shots of the organized patterns of tea plantations near Silchar.

Top Activities in Silchar
Route Information

Distance: 94 km (58 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 min

Departure: IMF (24.760000228899997, 93.896697998)

Arrival: IXS (24.912900924699997, 92.9786987305)

Route Type: Domestic

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