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Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers can see the historic St. Thomas Mount and the dense urban sprawl of Chennai as the plane ascends over the Tirusulam hills.
Passengers can see the historic St. Thomas Mount and the dense urban sprawl of Chennai as the plane ascends over the Tirusulam hills.
The right side provides a magnificent view of the Coromandel coastline, the sprawling Pulicat Lake, and the majestic crossing of the Krishna River during the descent into Hyderabad.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Nilgiri Mountains and the massive Mettur Dam reservoir, providing more dramatic topographical variation compared to the southern plains.
The right side offers spectacular views of the UAE coastline, including the world-famous Dubai skyline and man-made islands, followed by a scenic approach over the Persian Gulf's turquoise reefs.
The right side offers the most iconic views of this route, including the geological wonder of Adam's Bridge (Ram Setu) and the stunning turquoise lagoons of the Gulf of Mannar.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Tamil Nadu coastline during departure and a breathtaking view of the Western Ghats' southern peaks during the descent into Kerala.
The left side is generally superior for this route as it offers dramatic desert landscapes over the Middle East and typically provides the iconic 'London Eye' view of central London during the final approach into Heathrow.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Sahyadri mountain range and interior landmarks such as the Seshachalam Hills, culminating in a spectacular descent over the Navi Mumbai creek and the northern suburbs.
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.
The right side offers superior views of the interior landscapes of Tamil Nadu, including the Eastern Ghats foothills and a spectacular approach into Madurai featuring the city's iconic rock formations.
The Right Side is preferred as it offers superior views of the dramatic Al Hajar Mountains upon entering the Arabian Peninsula and typically provides a better angle of the Abu Dhabi skyline and the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque during the final descent into AUH.
The right side is generally superior for this route, offering a glimpse of the northern Omani coastline and the most iconic views of the Riyadh city skyline and skyscrapers during the descent.
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.