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TRZ → CMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport (Tiruchirappalli) to Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the historic Adam's Bridge (Ram Setu) and the unique geographical formations connecting India and Sri Lanka.
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Rockfort Temple
A quick glimpse of the massive 83-meter high rock outcrop in Tiruchirappalli shortly after takeoff.
Adam's Bridge
The legendary chain of limestone shoals and sandbanks stretching between Rameswaram and Mannar Island.
Mannar Island
The dry, sandy terrain of Mannar and the historic bridge connecting the island to the Sri Lankan mainland.
Gulf of Mannar
The clear, shallow waters of the marine biosphere reserve, showcasing vibrant blue and green reef patterns.
The right side is essential for seeing the Ram Setu/Adam's Bridge formation. For the best photography of the turquoise reefs, a flight scheduled between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM is ideal as the overhead sun illuminates the shallow seabed clearly. Be sure to look out quickly after crossing the Indian coast.
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Palk Bay
Expansive views of the calm turquoise waters between the Indian mainland and the Jaffna Peninsula.
Wilpattu National Park
Aerial view of Sri Lanka's largest national park, characterized by unique natural lakes called 'Willus'.
Negombo Lagoon
The sprawling coastal lagoon near Colombo, dotted with traditional outrigger canoes and fishing boats.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side offers better views of the dense Sri Lankan interior forests and the northern coastline of the island during the final approach into Katunayake.
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Get eSIMs for Sri LankaDistance: 419 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: TRZ (10.765399932861328, 78.70970153808594)
Arrival: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Route Type: International
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