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IXR → BOM
Which side of the plane to sit from Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (Mumbai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more scenic perspective of the rugged Satpura mountains and the dramatic transition from the Western Ghats to the Arabian Sea coastline upon arrival.
Satpura Mountain Range
Stunning views of the forested ridges and deep valleys of central India's primary mountain chain.
Tapti River Valley
Look for the winding river paths that carve through the landscape of Maharashtra.
Nashik Vineyards
Vibrant green patches of vineyards and the rolling hills of the northern Maharashtra region.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
A massive green lung visible just before landing, contrasting sharply with the city urban sprawl.
Northern Mumbai Coast
Panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and the scenic creeks of Vasai during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the edge of the Western Ghats. During the monsoon (June-September), look for numerous temporary waterfalls. Evening flights provide spectacular sunset views over the Arabian Sea.
Chota Nagpur Plateau
View the ancient, rugged terrain and dense forests immediately after takeoff from Ranchi.
Mahanadi Basin
Broad river systems and agricultural clusters visible as the flight crosses into Chhattisgarh.
Nagpur Cityscape
A clear view of the 'Orange City' and its surrounding reservoirs halfway through the journey.
Western Ghats Escarpment
The dramatic cliff edges of the Sahyadri range near Lonavala during the descent phase.
Mumbai Harbor
If the flight approaches from the south, look for the massive shipping containers and the Gateway of India.
Choose a window seat behind the wing to capture the Western Ghats' cliffs without obstruction. Early morning flights offer the best lighting for the plateau terrain.
Distance: 1,373 km (853 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: IXR (23.314300537100006, 85.3217010498)
Arrival: BOM (19.0886993408, 72.8678970337)
Route Type: Domestic
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