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SIN → HYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (Hyderabad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is generally preferred for this route as it offers better views of the Singapore city skyline upon departure and provides a clearer perspective of the Andaman Islands and the rugged Eastern Ghats when entering the Indian subcontinent.
Singapore Skyline
Spectacular views of Marina Bay Sands, the CBD, and the southern waterfront during the initial climb.
Sumatran Barisan Mountains
Across the Strait of Malacca, the distant volcanic peaks of Northern Sumatra often peek through the clouds.
Andaman Islands
Visuals of the lush, tropical Andaman and Nicobar archipelago scattered across the turquoise sea.
Eastern Ghats
Dramatic views of the ancient, weathered mountain ranges as the plane transitions from the Bay of Bengal into India.
Hyderabad Suburban Landscapes
Views of the sprawl of Secunderabad and the Hussain Sagar Lake area depending on the landing pattern.
Choose the left side for morning flights (typically the 08:00-10:00 AM departures) to avoid direct sunlight and glare. During the descent into Hyderabad, the left side often captures the city's unique balance of rocky heritage sites and urban density. Ensure a window seat away from the wing for the best view of the Andaman island chain.
Singapore Port & Ships
Aerial view of the world's busiest transshipment hub with hundreds of vessels anchored in the strait.
Strait of Malacca
Observation of one of the world's most vital maritime chokepoints with constant ship traffic.
Godavari River Delta
Aerial patterns of the intricate river networks and fertile agricultural plains near the Andhra coast.
HITEC City
As the plane nears HYD, you can often see the modern glass towers of Hyderabad's tech corridor.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Indian landscape as you approach Hyderabad. On approach, watch for the distinct change from the lush coastal greenery of Andhra Pradesh to the arid, rocky Deccan Plateau. Keep your camera ready for the ship formations in the Singapore Strait immediately after takeoff.
Distance: 3,306 km (2,054 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: HYD (17.2313175201, 78.4298553467)
Route Type: International
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