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Which side of the plane to sit from Vishakhapatnam Airport (Vishakhapatnam) to Chennai International Airport (Madras)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the diverse Indian mainland, including the lush deltas of the Godavari and Krishna rivers, the rugged Eastern Ghats, and the final approach into Chennai.
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Dolphin's Nose
An iconic hill and lighthouse landmark visible shortly after departure from Vizag.
Godavari Delta
The intricate network of river channels and vibrant green paddy fields near Rajahmundry.
Eastern Ghats
Rolling hills and ancient mountain ranges visible in the distance toward the interior.
Krishna River Delta
Fertile agricultural landscape as the aircraft crosses the mighty Krishna River near Vijayawada.
Chennai Suburban Approach
Urban landscapes and sprawling residential areas of northern Chennai during final descent.
The right side is excellent for daytime flights to observe India's river geography. Post-monsoon months (October to January) offer the most vivid green views of the deltas. For evening flights, the sunset over the Eastern Ghats provides a beautiful orange backdrop to the landscape. Try to get a seat ahead of the wing for the best view of the river systems.
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Bay of Bengal
Vast stretches of the deep blue ocean as the flight paths often hug the coastline.
Oceanic Sunrise
On early morning flights, the sun rises directly over the horizon of the sea.
Sriharikota
The barrier island housing the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India's primary spaceport.
Pulicat Lake
A massive brackish water lagoon that marks the border between Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
The left side is most rewarding for early morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Bay of Bengal. During the descent into Chennai, look for the thin strip of land separating Pulicat Lake from the sea. Avoid this side on late afternoon flights as the glare from the sun reflecting off the water can be intense.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDistance: 620 km (385 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min
Departure: VTZ (17.721200943, 83.22450256350001)
Arrival: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Route Type: Domestic
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