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NAG → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport (Nagpur) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Maikal Hills, the lush Chota Nagpur Plateau, and a more scenic approach into Kolkata, showcasing the winding Hooghly River and the city's iconic urban layout.
Nagpur Cityscape
Clear views of Nagpur's radial road layout and the Ambazari Lake immediately after takeoff from NAG.
Maikal Hills
The eastern part of the Satpura Range provides a rugged, forested landscape early in the flight.
Mahanadi River Basin
Observe the massive breadth of the Mahanadi river as it snakes through the plains of Chhattisgarh.
Bengal Countryside
An endless patchwork of emerald-green paddy fields and traditional pond-side villages during the descent.
Hooghly River
On final approach, the historic Hooghly River becomes visible, featuring various industrial docks and bridges.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For morning flights, the left side avoids direct sunlight, making it easier to photograph the Maikal Hills and the delta region. During the monsoon (June-September), the greenery of West Bengal is particularly vibrant, though cloud cover may be frequent.
Raipur Horizon
The growing skyline of Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh, is often visible in the distance to the south.
Similipal Forest Edge
Distant views of the dense biosphere reserves located near the border of Odisha and Jharkhand.
Subarnarekha River
The 'Gold Streak' river glimmers during the mid-portion of the flight as you cross into West Bengal.
New Town Skyline
As the plane banks for landing at CCU, the modern high-rises of Rajarhat and Salt Lake Sector V are prominent.
Delta Mist
In winter months, the early morning mist over the Gangetic delta creates a surreal, ethereal landscape.
The right side is excellent for sunset flights as it catches the golden hour glow over the delta. However, be aware of significant glare on morning flights. When landing from the north (Runway 19L/R), the right side provides the best view of Kolkata's expanding IT hubs and the Salt Lake Stadium.
Distance: 985 km (612 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: NAG (21.092199325561523, 79.04720306396484)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: Domestic
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