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IXR → PAT
Which side of the plane to sit from Birsa Munda Airport (Ranchi) to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (Patina)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the historical Rajgir hills and the grand approach over the Ganges river system into Patna.
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Ranchi Urban View
Excellent views of Ranchi's urban layout and surrounding water bodies right after departure.
Rajgir Hills
Distant views of the ancient rocky ridges near Rajgir, a site of immense historical significance.
Ganga River
The massive expanse of the Ganges becomes visible as the aircraft aligns for the final descent into Patna.
Patna Infrastructure
Views of the Mahatma Gandhi Setu and the evolving skyline of the Bihar capital during approach.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, highlighting the terrain. Watch for the dramatic change in topography as you leave the Jharkhand hills and enter the flat Gangetic plains. Keep your camera ready during the last 5 minutes for the Ganga river views.
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Patratu Valley
Scenic views of the winding ghat roads and lush green forests shortly after takeoff from Ranchi.
Damodar River
Aerial perspective of the riverbed carving through the Chota Nagpur Plateau.
South Bihar Plains
A patchwork of fertile agricultural fields as the elevation drops from the plateau to the plains.
Rural Settlements
Clear views of traditional village clusters dotting the landscape between the two cities.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh eastern sun. It is particularly good for spotting the Patratu reservoir and valley region during the first 10 minutes of flight. If flying during monsoon, the landscape is exceptionally vibrant green.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 254 km (158 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: IXR (23.314300537100006, 85.3217010498)
Arrival: PAT (25.591299056999997, 85.08799743649999)
Route Type: Domestic
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