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Which side of the plane to sit from Pune Airport (Pune) to Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport (Indore)?

Our Recommendation
7.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the dense Satpura mountain ranges and the wide Tapi river basin during the descent, along with a better view of Indore's urban sprawl upon landing.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Vimannagar Districts

Immediate views of the dense residential and commercial hubs surrounding Pune Airport during climb-out.

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Tapi River Crossing

A striking view of the wide Tapi river valley, a major geographic boundary between Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.

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Satpura Range

Dramatic views of the Satpura mountain folds and forested ridges during the mid-flight descent phase.

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Indore Skyline

Excellent views of the growing cityscape of 'Mini Mumbai' including the Rajwada area if approaching from the south.

Best viewed on morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Satpura ranges. If the flight lands on Runway 25, the right side provides a panoramic view of the entire Indore city. Keep an eye out for the Patalpani area's hilly terrain just before landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Northern Sahyadris

Aerial views of the rugged northern edge of the Western Ghats shortly after takeoff from Pune.

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Pune Urban Sprawl

Clear views of the Hinjewadi IT corridor and the northwestern expansion of Pune city.

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Godavari River Basin

The meandering path of the Godavari river near the Nashik-Ahmednagar border during the initial cruise.

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Malwa Plateau

The transition into the flat, fertile agricultural plains of central India as you enter Madhya Pradesh.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. This side is particularly beautiful during the monsoon (July-September) when the Sahyadri mountains turn a vibrant emerald green with visible seasonal waterfalls.

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Route Information

Distance: 500 km (311 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 50 min

Departure: PNQ (18.58209991455078, 73.9197006225586)

Arrival: IDR (22.7217998505, 75.8011016846)

Route Type: Domestic

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