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IXJ → SXR
Which side of the plane to sit from Jammu Airport (Jammu) to Sheikh ul Alam Airport (Srinagar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic high-altitude peaks of the Pir Panjal range and the deep gorges of the Chenab River.
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Pir Panjal Peaks
Breathtaking close-up views of the massive snow-capped summits that divide Jammu and Kashmir.
Chenab River Gorges
The deep, winding river valleys carved through the rock by the powerful Chenab river.
Mountain Hamlets
Tiny, isolated villages perched precariously on steep mountain ridges and slopes.
Banihal Pass
The rugged terrain of the famous mountain pass that serves as the gateway to the Kashmir Valley.
The right side is superior for morning flights to avoid glare while capturing the sunlit Himalayan peaks. This is a very short flight of approximately 35 minutes, so be ready with your camera immediately after the initial climb from Jammu. The transition over the Banihal Pass area is the visual highlight where the terrain is most rugged and photogenic.
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Trikuta Hills
The sacred mountains surrounding the Vaishno Devi shrine visible shortly after takeoff from Jammu.
Temperate Coniferous Forests
Vast stretches of dense pine and cedar forests covering the lower Himalayan slopes.
Kashmir Valley Floor
The beautiful transition from rugged mountains to the flat patchwork of the fertile valley.
Gulmarg Skyline
Distant views of the Apharwat mountain range and the western edges of the valley.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light over the Kashmir Valley. As you descend, watch for the intricate patterns of saffron fields and apple orchards. During the winter, the contrast between the green valley floor and the snow-draped mountains to the west is spectacular. Keep an eye out for the Jhelum river winding through the plains.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 144 km (89 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: IXJ (32.6890983582, 74.83740234380001)
Arrival: SXR (33.987098693847656, 74.77420043945312)
Route Type: Domestic
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