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SHJ → MAA
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Chennai International Airport (Madras)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred to avoid direct solar glare while flying south-east and offers superior views of the Western Ghats upon entering Indian airspace.
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Hajar Mountains
Dramatic views of the craggy limestone peaks of the UAE and Oman shortly after departure.
Gulf of Oman
Deep blue waters where the desert meet the sea, often dotted with oil tankers.
Konkan Coast
The scenic transition from the Arabian Sea to the emerald-green coastline of Karnataka or Goa.
Western Ghats
A breathtaking stretch of mountain range featuring dense forests and seasonal waterfalls.
North Chennai
A view of the Ennore port and the bustling industrial landscape of North Chennai during the final descent.
Choose this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, ensuring better visibility and better photos of the Indian coastline. On approach to Chennai (MAA), this side typically offers a clear view of the city's northern sprawl and the Bay of Bengal coastline if the flight orbits for a landing on Runway 25.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaSharjah & Dubai Skyline
Immediate views of the Sharjah lagoons and the distant Burj Khalifa after banking post-takeoff.
Arabian Sea Traffic
Aerial perspective of one of the world's busiest maritime shipping lanes.
Deccan Plateau
The distinct red-brown arid landscapes and agricultural patchworks of the Indian interior.
River Cauvery
Aerial views of the winding river systems that sustain the agriculture of Southern India.
Chennai IT Corridor
Detailed views of the OMR tech parks and the East Coast Road (ECR) if landing from the west.
Expect significant sun glare on afternoon flights. However, the right side is excellent for night flights to see the brightly lit urban corridors of Bangalore and Chennai. During the monsoon season (June-September), the right side offers dramatic views of towering cumulus clouds over the Arabian Sea.
Book Hotels in MadrasDistance: 2,922 km (1,816 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Route Type: International
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