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MAA → BLR
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Kempegowda International Airport (Bangalore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior view of the Chennai coastline during takeoff and the sprawling Bangalore cityscape, including the massive Electronic City tech hub, during the final approach into Kempegowda International Airport.
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Bay of Bengal Coastline
As the plane climbs out of Chennai, you get a sweeping view of the Marina Beach and the busy Chennai Port area.
Sriperumbudur Industrial Belt
A birds-eye view of one of India's largest manufacturing hubs, featuring massive automobile and electronics factories.
Javadi Hills
The flight path crosses these scenic extensions of the Eastern Ghats, offering views of dense forest patches.
Electronic City Bangalore
On the standard approach to Runway 27, the vast tech parks and high-rise apartments of South Bangalore are clearly visible.
Try to book a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Chennai coast. During the approach to BLR, keep an eye out for the distinct grid layout of the southern suburbs.
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Chembarambakkam Lake
One of the largest reservoirs in the region, providing a stunning blue contrast to the urban landscape shortly after takeoff.
Nagari Hills
Visible in the distance to the North, these distinctive rocky formations mark the edges of the Andhra Pradesh border.
Kolar Plains
The route traverses the historic gold-mining region, characterized by wide agricultural plains and small rocky outcrops.
Nandi Hills
During a northern approach or holding pattern, the famous monolith hill fortress can be spotted rising above the clouds.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Deccan Plateau. If the flight is diverted to a northern approach, this side offers the best views of the Devanahalli rural landscapes surrounding the airport.
Book Hotels in BangaloreDistance: 268 km (167 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: BLR (13.1979, 77.706299)
Route Type: Domestic
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