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IXL → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (Leh) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views of the high-altitude Zanskar peaks, including the Nun Kun massif, while benefiting from better lighting conditions during the typical morning departure times from Leh.
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Nun Kun Massif
Breathtaking views of the twin 7,000-meter peaks that dominate the Zanskar skyline.
Bara-lacha La
A high mountain pass that remains snow-clad for most of the year, marking the border of Lahaul and Ladakh.
Dhauladhar Range
A dramatic wall of granite and snow that rises sharply above the Kangra Valley near Dharamshala.
Chandigarh Grid
Le Corbusier's perfectly planned city layout is easily identifiable during the descent toward Delhi.
This is the photographer's side. Since flights from Leh typically depart between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM, the sun will be on the opposite side, providing perfectly illuminated mountain views without window glare. Look out for the deep glacial valleys of the Chenab River.
Book Hotels in DelhiStok Kangri
The highest peak in the Stok Range, visible almost immediately after takeoff from Leh.
Manali-Leh Highway
Track the legendary road as it snakes through high passes like Taglang La below the aircraft.
Shimla Ridges
The sprawling hill station is visible as the plane leaves the high Himalayas and enters the Shivalik foothills.
Govind Sagar
The massive blue reservoir of the Bhakra Dam creates a stark contrast against the green foothills.
Sit on the left if you want a direct view of the Stok Range during the initial climb. However, be aware that most flights are in the morning, meaning you may face significant sun glare when looking east toward the rising sun.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 621 km (386 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: IXL (34.135898590100005, 77.5465011597)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: Domestic
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