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MAA → PNQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Pune Airport (Pune)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers the most dramatic views of the Western Ghats (Sahyadri) during the descent into Pune and provides a better angle for observing the vast Deccan Plateau landscape.
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Coromandel Coast
Aerial view of the Bay of Bengal coastline immediately following takeoff from Chennai.
Deccan Plateau
The expansive, rugged terrain of the ancient volcanic plateau stretching across southern India.
Krishna River
A clear view of the winding Krishna River as the flight crosses from Andhra Pradesh into Karnataka.
Sahyadri Ranges
Dramatic ridges and deep valleys of the Western Ghats visible during the descent into the Pune region.
Pune Suburbs
Views of the rapidly developing IT corridors and residential clusters in the southern and western parts of Pune.
Sit on the left side to witness the lush greenery of the Sahyadri ranges, which are particularly stunning between July and October. On late afternoon flights, you'll get a beautiful sunset view, though be prepared for some glare. A seat ahead of the wing is ideal to keep the engine out of your mountain photos.
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Marina Beach
Depending on the wind and departure runway, you may see the long stretch of Chennai's famous coastline.
Eastern Ghats
The broken, lower hill ranges of the Eastern Ghats shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Srisailam Reservoir
Distant views of the massive water bodies along the Krishna river basin to the north.
Maharashtra Farmlands
A patchwork of agricultural fields showing the transition from dry plateau to fertile plains.
Lohegaon Air Force Station
Views of the military hangars and runway infrastructure as you land at the shared civil/defense airport.
The right side is generally better for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing consistent lighting for photography. It offers a great perspective of the urban sprawl of Chennai during departure if the plane takes off towards the north before banking west.
Book Hotels in PuneDistance: 913 km (567 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: PNQ (18.58209991455078, 73.9197006225586)
Route Type: Domestic
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