Loading map...
MAA → GOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Dabolim Airport (Goa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the Deccan Plateau into the dense, UNESCO-listed forests of the Western Ghats, often providing a glimpse of the Dudhsagar Falls during the descent into Dabolim.
Search flights from MAA to GOI
Coromandel Coast
Aerial views of the Bay of Bengal coastline and the Adyar River estuary immediately after takeoff.
Eastern Ghats
The ancient, rugged hills of Tamil Nadu providing a textured landscape early in the flight.
Karnataka Plains
Vast stretches of the Deccan Plateau featuring a patchwork of agricultural fields and rural villages.
Western Ghats
A breathtaking crossing of the lush, biodiversity-rich mountain range before reaching the coast.
Dudhsagar Falls
If the flight path aligns, you can see the famous 'Sea of Milk' waterfall cascading through the forest.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to have the sun behind you, providing optimal lighting for photos of the mountains. During the monsoon season (June–September), the landscape turns an incredible vibrant green, though cloud cover may be higher.
Get eSIMs for India
Get eSIMs for India
Chennai Metropolis
Panoramic views of Chennai's urban sprawl and the busy Chennai International Airport area.
Vellore Landscapes
Aerial perspectives of the historic temple town and the surrounding rocky outcrops.
Deccan Basin
The geological formations of the South Indian plateau stretching toward the horizon.
Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary
Dense canopy views as the aircraft crosses into the forested borders of Goa.
Zuari River Estuary
The wide, meandering river and the iconic bridges connecting North and South Goa during final approach.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid direct glare while still capturing the sunset over the Arabian Sea as you approach Dabolim. Keep an eye out for the Panjim skyline and Old Goa churches if the aircraft approaches from the north.
Book Hotels in GoaDistance: 733 km (455 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: GOI (15.3808002472, 73.83139801029999)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.