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MAA → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic geographic features of this transcontinental route, including the rugged Hindu Kush, the vast Caspian Sea, and the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains.
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Thar Desert
The golden sands and arid plains of Rajasthan and the Indo-Pakistani border region.
Hindu Kush
Spectacular, high-altitude peaks and deep valleys as the flight traverses Afghanistan.
Caspian Sea
The immense scale of the world's largest inland body of water becomes apparent during the crossing.
Caucasus Mountains
Dramatic snow-covered peaks forming the natural border between Russia and Georgia.
Carpathian Mountains
The forested curves and peaks of Eastern Europe visible over Romania and Ukraine.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' Since most flights depart MAA in the middle of the night, sunrise will occur while you are over Pakistan or Afghanistan; sit here to witness the first light hitting the Hindu Kush peaks. Note that direct sunlight may be intense through the morning, so keep your window shade partially down when not spotting landmarks like the Caucasus or the Caspian Sea.
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Western Ghats
Lush, green mountain ranges visible shortly after departure as the plane crosses the Indian peninsula.
Mumbai & Arabian Sea
Stunning views of the sprawling Mumbai coastline and the deep blue waters of the Arabian Sea.
Iranian Plateau
Intricate geological folds and desert colors across the vast landscape of central Iran.
The Bosphorus
On a clear day, the narrow strait separating Asia and Europe, along with the dense cityscape of Istanbul.
Main River Valley
Picturesque views of the winding Main River and German villages during the final descent into Frankfurt.
Sit on the left if you want to catch the sunset during the final hours of the flight. For the early morning departure typical of this route (like LH759), the left side will be away from the direct glare of the rising sun, making it easier to photograph the terrain of Iran and Turkey. Keep an eye out for the Black Sea coastline as you enter European airspace.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 7,594 km (4,719 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 56 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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