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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the rugged Hajar Mountains during departure and the lush, scenic Malabar coastline and Western Ghats upon arrival in India.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Sharjah Lagoons

Aerial views of Khalid Lagoon and the dense urban skyline of Sharjah immediately after takeoff.

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Hajar Mountains

The jagged, arid peaks of the Hajar range stretching across the UAE and Oman border.

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Malabar Coastline

The first sight of India featuring the long, palm-fringed sandy beaches of Karnataka and Kerala.

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Western Ghats

The misty, green mountain range that runs parallel to the coast, visible in the distance during descent.

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Kochi Backwaters

The vast network of brackish lagoons and lakes, including Vembanad Lake, visible as you fly south.

Book a window seat on the left for daytime flights to maximize views of the Indian mainland. During the monsoon season (June-September), this side offers dramatic views of cloud formations over the Western Ghats. Watch for the change from the brown desert of the UAE to the intense tropical green of Kerala.

Right Side Highlights
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Arabian Sea

A deep blue expanse with clear views of the maritime shipping lanes between the Gulf and Asia.

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Ocean Sunset

Unobstructed views of the sun dipping below the horizon on evening departures from Sharjah.

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Vizhinjam Port

The massive new deepwater transshipment port visible just before the final approach into Trivandrum.

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Kovalam Beach

The iconic crescent-shaped beach and the lighthouse are often visible during the final banking turn.

Select the right side for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the sea. On clear days, as the plane descends into TRV, this side provides the best angle for spotting the famous red-and-white striped lighthouse at Kovalam Beach. It is also the quieter side for those looking to avoid the glare of the morning sun.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,940 km (1,827 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min

Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)

Arrival: TRV (8.48211956024, 76.9200973511)

Route Type: International

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