While landing favors the left, the takeoff experience from Ahmedabad is more visually rewarding with clear views of the river and city. The right side captures the more dramatic initial geography, making it the better choice for the overall journey.
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Flight Path
Ahmedabad to Madras is 854 miles (1,375 km), a flight of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Deccan Plateau's northern edge. Notable features include the Godavari River basin (visible around the midpoint), the transition from Gujarat's flat plains to the more undulating terrain of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and scattered reservoirs and agricultural areas. The Western Ghats remain distant to the west. The flight maintains a southeastern trajectory at cruise altitude (around 30,000 feet), where individual landmarks become less distinct but the broader topography of central India's plateau becomes apparent.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AMD
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Ahmedabad city and the Sabarmati River as the aircraft climbs southward. The urban sprawl and river valley are clearly visible during the initial climb-out phase before the aircraft turns toward the southeast flight corridor.
Landing at MAA
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Chennai. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side windows capture the Cooum River, coastal wetlands, and the Chennai urban area including the harbor district before touchdown at MAA.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Chennai International (MAA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ahmedabad to Madras. While landing favors the left, the takeoff experience from Ahmedabad is more visually rewarding with clear views of the river and city. The right side captures the more dramatic initial geography, making it the better choice for the overall journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Ahmedabad in Ahmedabad?
During takeoff from Ahmedabad (AMD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Ahmedabad city and the Sabarmati River as the aircraft climbs southward. The urban sprawl and river valley are clearly visible during the initial climb-out phase before the aircraft turns toward the southeast flight corridor. Notable sights include: Sabarmati River, Ahmedabad urban grid, Narmada River valley (distant southwest), Gujarat plains.
What can I see when landing at Chennai International in Madras?
When landing at Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Chennai. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side windows capture the Cooum River, coastal wetlands, and the Chennai urban area including the harbor district before touchdown at MAA. Notable sights include: Cooum River, Chennai harbor and port facilities, Buckingham Canal, Bay of Bengal coastline.
How long is the flight from Ahmedabad to Madras?
The flight from Ahmedabad (AMD) to Chennai International (MAA) takes about 1 hour 55 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 854 miles (1,375 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ahmedabad to Madras flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Deccan Plateau's northern edge. Notable features include the Godavari River basin (visible around the midpoint), the transition from Gujarat's flat plains to the more undulating terrain of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and scattered reservoirs and agricultural areas. The Western Ghats remain distant to the west. The flight maintains a southeastern trajectory at cruise altitude (around 30,000 feet), where individual landmarks become less distinct but the broader topography of central India's plateau becomes apparent.