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MAA → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular longitudinal view of India's eastern coastline, featuring the expansive Bay of Bengal, the unique pear-shaped Chilika Lake, and the intricate mangrove networks of the Sundarbans during the descent into Kolkata.
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Bay of Bengal Coastline
Follow the continuous white surf line where the Indian subcontinent meets the turquoise waters of the bay.
Chilika Lake
Spot Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, easily identifiable by its unique shape and massive size near Puri.
Puri Jagannath Temple
Visible as a prominent landmark on the coast near the vast sandy beaches of Odisha.
Mahanadi River Delta
Observe the complex network of distributaries and green silt-rich islands where the Mahanadi meets the sea.
Sundarbans Mangroves
As the plane descends into CCU, look for the dark green canopy of the world's largest mangrove forest to the east.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the coastline perfectly. Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Chilika Lake and the Sundarbans. During the monsoon (June-Sept), watch for dramatic cloud formations over the Bay of Bengal.
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Eastern Ghats
View the undulating ridges of the Eastern Ghats mountain range running parallel to the flight path.
Bhubaneswar Urban Sprawl
Look down upon the capital of Odisha, known as the Temple City, as you cross the middle segment of the flight.
Odisha Hinterlands
Vast stretches of rural agricultural land and seasonal riverbeds carving through the Deccan landscape.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the evening. This side is better for observing the transition from the coastal plains to the rugged interior plateaus, but be aware that afternoon glare can be intense.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 1,386 km (861 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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