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MAA → MRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Plaisance)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Mauritian coastline and its world-famous turquoise lagoons during the final approach, along with spectacular sunrise views over the open ocean.
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Coromandel Coastline
Dramatic views of the Chennai shore and the Bay of Bengal immediately after departing MAA.
Indian Ocean Sunrise
On typical overnight schedules, the left side faces east for a clear view of the sun rising over the horizon.
Coral Reef Formations
Incredible patterns of the barrier reefs surrounding Mauritius visible during the descent into MRU.
Blue Bay Marine Park
A bird's-eye view of the crystal-clear waters and white sands near the airport at the end of the journey.
Select the left side for morning arrivals to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the best photos of the turquoise lagoons. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, the aircraft usually banks in a way that perfectly showcases the reef transitions from deep indigo to pale cyan.
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Chennai Urban Sprawl
Comprehensive views of the city's landmarks and the Adyar River during the initial climb.
Distant Atoll Sightings
Occasional sightings of the northernmost atolls of the Maldives depending on the specific flight corridor.
Mauritian Volcanic Peaks
Views of the island's jagged interior mountains, including Lion Mountain, as you approach the runway.
Southern Hemisphere Sunset
If flying a late afternoon segment, this side offers a front-row seat to the sunset over the western ocean.
The right side is ideal for travelers interested in the volcanic geography of the island. As the plane descends from the north or west, look for the unique flat-topped mountains. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze for better shots of the distant atolls mid-flight.
Book Hotels in PlaisanceDistance: 4,456 km (2,769 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 15 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: MRU (-20.430201, 57.683601)
Route Type: International
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