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KDH → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Kandahar Airport (Kandahar) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the rugged Suleiman Range and the distant Himalayan foothills, providing a dramatic contrast between the high mountains and the lush Indus River Valley.
Suleiman Mountains
Vast, jagged limestone ridges forming the natural barrier between the Iranian Plateau and the Indus Valley.
Indus River System
A sprawling network of silver rivers and green agricultural arteries that sustain the Punjab region.
Multan Cityscape
One of the oldest cities in Asia, visible as a dense urban cluster near the Chenab River.
Himalayan Vistas
On exceptionally clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the western Himalayas may be visible to the north.
Gurugram Skyline
The futuristic glass towers and urban sprawl of India's corporate hub during the final descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare from the south. This side provides the best lighting for photographing the intricate patterns of the Pakistani river systems. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the arid Afghan landscape to the verdant plains of the Punjab.
Registan Desert
Striking red sand dunes and desert plains located immediately south of Kandahar.
Thar Desert
The Great Indian Desert, featuring rolling dunes and sparse vegetation stretching toward the horizon.
Rajasthan Borderlands
The historic transition zone between Pakistan and India, often featuring small desert outposts.
DEL Airport Approach
Excellent views of the sprawling Indira Gandhi International Airport complex and its multiple runways during landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the desert. If flying at night, this side offers a spectacular view of the 'line of light' created by the floodlit border fence between India and Pakistan. Use a window seat behind the wing to ensure the desert horizons are not obscured by the engine.
Distance: 1,131 km (703 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: KDH (31.505800247192383, 65.84780120849611)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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