The approach features the winding Tapi River and the vast industrial landscape of the Hazira belt against the backdrop of the sprawling Surat city.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the arid Rajasthan desert to the coastal plains of the Gulf of Khambhat, with less glare during afternoon flights.
The left side offers a continuous view of the Arabian Sea coastline, including various beaches, creek systems, and the transition from the Mumbai metropolitan region to the coastal towns of South Gujarat.