About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bangalore (BLR) to Langkawi International (LGK)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangalore to Pulau. Right-side seats capture the dramatic Western Ghats departure scenery and, during cruise over the Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea, offer views of the open ocean and distant coastlines. The landing view on the left is scenic but less distinctive than the takeoff geology.
What can I see during takeoff from Bangalore in Bangalore?
During takeoff from Bangalore (BLR), sit on the Right side for the best views. BLR typically departs on runway 27L/27R (westbound). Right-side seats face south toward the Western Ghats escarpment and the Deccan Plateau terrain, offering dramatic elevation contrast. Left side shows the flat urban sprawl of Bangalore itself. Notable sights include: Western Ghats mountain range (southern escarpment), Nandi Hills (isolated peak northeast), Bangalore urban grid, Ulsoor Lake and reservoir system.
What can I see when landing at Langkawi International in Pulau?
When landing at Langkawi International (LGK), sit on the Left side for the best views. LGK uses runway 06/24; typical approach is from the northeast (runway 06). Left-side seats face northwest toward the Strait of Malacca and the Kedah coastline. You'll see the transition from open water to the island's forested interior and the distinctive curved beaches of Langkawi's western shore. Notable sights include: Strait of Malacca (open water), Kedah coastline (mainland Malaysia, northern shore), Langkawi's forested interior and ridgelines, curved beaches and lagoons on western side.
How long is the flight from Bangalore to Pulau?
The flight from Bangalore (BLR) to Langkawi International (LGK) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Bangalore to Pulau flight path pass over?
Bay of Bengal (open water, 1.5 hours into flight), Andaman Sea (transition zone with scattered islands and shipping lanes), occasional visibility of the Andaman Islands chain far to the south (not directly on route but visible from altitude on clear days), gradual transition from Indian coastline to Malaysian peninsula and island geography