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KBL → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamid Karzai International Airport (Kabul) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the massive Hindu Kush mountain range immediately after takeoff and provides a distant but clear perspective of the Himalayan horizon as you approach the Indian plains.
Hindu Kush Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks and rugged terrain visible shortly after departing Kabul's airspace.
Jhelum River
The winding path of one of the major rivers of the Punjab region as it flows through the valley.
Islamabad Vista
On clear days, the planned layout of Pakistan's capital can be seen to the north of the flight path.
Himalayan Horizon
In the distance to the northeast, the silhouette of the great Himalayan range is often visible above the haze.
Punjab Farmlands
A dense green patchwork of agricultural fields as you transition into the fertile plains of northern India.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the southern faces of the Hindu Kush, providing high-contrast views of the ridges. During winter months, the snow cover on the mountains is significantly more dramatic.
Sulaiman Mountains
Rugged, arid mountain ridges forming the eastern edge of the Iranian Plateau.
Indus River Basin
The massive, silvery thread of the Indus River carving through the landscape of the Sindh/Punjab border.
Lahore Urban Sprawl
The massive, dense urban footprint of Lahore is often visible as the flight path passes to the north.
Thar Desert Fringes
The landscape transitions into more arid, sandy tones toward the south as you approach the Indian border.
The right side is the best choice for late afternoon flights to capture the sunset over the Indus basin. While less mountainous than the left, it offers a better view of the transition from desert to fertile plains. Be prepared for occasional haze which can obscure ground details during the pre-monsoon summer months.
Distance: 1,001 km (622 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: KBL (34.565899, 69.212303)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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