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IXR → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the industrial heartland, major river dams, and a clear view of the Hooghly River's sweeping bends during the final approach into Kolkata.
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Chota Nagpur Escarpment
Dramatic transition from the elevated Ranchi plateau to the lower Gangetic plains.
Panchet Dam
Aerial view of the massive reservoir on the Damodar River, often shimmering in the sunlight.
Durgapur Industrial Belt
Dense clusters of steel plants and cooling towers visible near the midpoint of the flight.
Bardhaman Paddy Fields
Geometric patterns of Bengal's rice bowl, appearing as a vibrant green patchwork quilt.
Hooghly River Bends
The wide, silty curves of the Bhagirathi-Hooghly river system during the descent.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Damodar valley. For morning flights, this side avoids direct sun glare, making it easier to spot the steel plants of the industrial corridor. During monsoon, the reservoirs and rivers are at their most impressive.
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Ayodhya Hills
Rugged, forested hills of Purulia visible in the distance shortly after takeoff from Ranchi.
Subarnarekha River
The 'Line of Gold' river winding through the southern part of the plateau.
Rarh Red Soil
Distinctive terracotta-colored earth typical of the Bankura and West Midnapore regions.
Rural Bengal Hamlets
Classic village structures with circular ponds (pukurs) dotting the landscape.
Kolkata Cityscape
Dense urban sprawl and the emerging skyscrapers of New Town during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as you can watch the sun dip behind the plateau hills. In winter, keep an eye out for the thin mist that settles over the red soil areas of Bankura, creating a mystical atmospheric effect.
Book Hotels in KolkataDistance: 328 km (204 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: IXR (23.314300537100006, 85.3217010498)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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