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IXZ → MAA
Which side of the plane to sit from Vir Savarkar International Airport (Port Blair) to Chennai International Airport (Madras)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the historical Ross Island immediately after takeoff and a stunning aerial perspective of Chennai's famous Marina Beach during the final approach.
Ross Island
View the colonial ruins and dense forest of this historic island right after lifting off from Port Blair.
Port Blair Harbour
Watch the bustling maritime activity and turquoise coastal waters of the South Andaman capital.
Marina Beach
Marvel at the world's second-longest urban beach as the plane aligns for landing in Chennai.
Chennai Cityscape
Get a bird's-eye view of the dense urban sprawl and landmarks like the LIC Building and Central Station.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for the best views of the Andaman islands. Early morning flights provide the best lighting and often clearer skies before the tropical afternoon clouds build up. On approach to MAA, the left side usually faces the Bay of Bengal coastline, offering views of the city's historic core.
Mount Harriet
Spot the highest point in the South Andamans, covered in tropical evergreen forests.
Havelock Island
Catch a distant glimpse of the pristine white sands of Swaraj Dweep across the blue horizon.
Pulicat Lake
Observe the massive brackish water lagoon and bird sanctuary north of Chennai during the descent.
Ennore Port
See the massive industrial infrastructure and shipping terminals of Northern Chennai.
Watch closely within the first 10 minutes of flight to spot the outer islands of the archipelago. During the northeast monsoon from October to December, expect more cloud cover and potential turbulence. On arrival, look for the vast expanse of Pulicat Lake if the aircraft tracks a northern approach path.
Distance: 1,373 km (853 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: IXZ (11.641200065612791, 92.72969818115234)
Arrival: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Route Type: Domestic
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