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IXB → GAU
Which side of the plane to sit from Bagdogra Airport (Baghdogra) to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (Guwahati)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular panoramic view of the Eastern Himalayas, including the Kanchenjunga massif and the mountains of Bhutan, especially during the first half of the flight.
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Mt. Kanchenjunga
Clear views of the world's third-highest peak and its surrounding massif shortly after takeoff.
Bhutan Himalayas
A continuous chain of snow-capped peaks along the northern horizon as the flight heads east.
Dooars Tea Gardens
The lush green patchwork of tea estates in Northern West Bengal during the initial climb.
Manas National Park
Vast stretches of dense forest along the Bhutan-Assam border visible mid-flight.
Book a window seat on the left (typically seat A) and opt for an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) when the air is clearest. Mountain visibility drops significantly in the afternoon due to haze and cloud buildup. Keep your eyes peeled immediately after the landing gear retracts.
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Teesta River
The powerful river winding through the plains of North Bengal shortly after departure.
Brahmaputra River
Incredible views of the massive, braided river system as the aircraft descends into Guwahati.
Shillong Plateau
Distant views of the rising hills of Meghalaya to the south during the final approach.
Assam Valley
The fertile, vibrant green agricultural landscapes of the Brahmaputra valley.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of the Brahmaputra during the descent into GAU. It is also the preferred side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare that affects the left side. Look for the Deepor Beel wetland just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in GuwahatiDistance: 331 km (206 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: IXB (26.68120002746582, 88.32859802246094)
Arrival: GAU (26.10610008239746, 91.58589935302734)
Route Type: Domestic
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