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IXJ → BOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Jammu Airport (Jammu) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the snow-capped Pir Panjal range immediately after takeoff and the dramatic ridges of the Western Ghats upon arrival in Mumbai.
Pir Panjal Range
Stunning snow-capped peaks of the inner Himalayan region visible shortly after departure from Jammu.
Punjab Plains
A patchwork of fertile agricultural land stretching across northern India, particularly vibrant during the post-monsoon season.
Delhi NCR Sprawl
The massive urban footprint of the capital region, often visible if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Sahyadri Mountains
The rugged, green-carpeted ridges of the Western Ghats that mark the entry into the Deccan plateau region.
Navi Mumbai Creek
The winding waterways and mangrove forests of the Vashi and Belapur creek area during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Himalayan peaks without glare. The contrast between the rugged mountains of the North and the tropical greenery of the South is most visible here. Keep your camera ready in the first 15 minutes of flight for the best mountain shots.
Thar Desert Fringe
The arid and dusty landscapes of eastern Rajasthan, featuring golden hues and sparse vegetation.
Gulf of Khambhat
The wide estuary where major rivers meet the Arabian Sea, visible as the flight turns toward the Maharashtra coast.
Salsette Island
The northern coastline of Mumbai, featuring the beaches of Gorai and Manori from a high altitude.
Mumbai Skyline
If the flight approaches from the north, you can see the dense clusters of skyscrapers and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.
Arabian Sea Vessel Traffic
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers anchored in the deep waters off the coast of Mumbai.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering spectacular views of the sun dipping into the Arabian Sea. This side is also better for spotting the coastline of Gujarat and the industrial hubs near the coast. During the monsoon, this side may experience more wind turbulence and cloud cover coming from the sea.
Distance: 1,525 km (948 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: IXJ (32.6890983582, 74.83740234380001)
Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Route Type: Domestic
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