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VNS → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (Varanasi) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred primarily for the potential to see the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the north, especially during clear winter mornings.
Ganges River Meanders
Aerial view of the holy Ganga as it curves through the plains shortly after takeoff from Varanasi.
Himalayan Vistas
On exceptionally clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Uttarakhand Himalayas are visible on the northern horizon.
Lucknow Cityscape
Depending on the specific airway, the capital city of Uttar Pradesh and the Gomti River may be visible mid-flight.
Old Delhi Landmarks
Views of the densely packed streets of East and North Delhi during the descent into IGI Airport.
Upper Gangetic Plains
Expansive views of the fertile Terai region and the transition from rural to urban landscape.
For the best chance to see the Himalayas, book a flight scheduled before 9:00 AM between November and February. The air is clearest during these months. Keep your window shade open immediately after takeoff to catch the stunning curve of the Ganges near Varanasi.
Indo-Gangetic Farmlands
Observation of the intensive agricultural patchwork and irrigation canals of rural Uttar Pradesh.
Yamuna River Basin
Crossing the winding path of the Yamuna as the aircraft nears the National Capital Region.
Gurugram Skyline
During the final approach into DEL, views of the modern high-rise buildings and corporate hubs of Millennium City.
Indian Railways Arteries
Large railway junctions and major tracks connecting the heart of India to the capital.
The left side provides a closer look at the dense urban sprawl and industrial development of the NCR during landing. Choose this side if you are interested in the geographic layout of Delhi's southern suburbs like Faridabad and Gurugram.
Distance: 667 km (414 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: VNS (25.4524002075, 82.85929870609999)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: Domestic
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