About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bangalore (BLR) to Gorakhpur (YOP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bangalore to Gorakhpur. Right-side seats capture the more dramatic geography: the Deccan Plateau's northern edge during departure and the Ganges floodplain's oxbow lakes during approach. The flight path itself crosses central India's plateau and river systems, both better viewed from the right side given typical runway orientations.
What can I see during takeoff from Bangalore in Bangalore?
During takeoff from Bangalore (BLR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bangalore typically departs runway 27L/27R (westbound). Right-side seats face north during initial climb, offering views of Bangalore's urban sprawl transitioning to the Deccan Plateau. Left seats see the airport's southern industrial zones and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Bangalore city grid and lakes (Ulsoor, Sankey Tank visible as small water bodies), Deccan Plateau escarpment to the north, Western Ghats foothills in the distant northwest.
What can I see when landing at Gorakhpur in Gorakhpur?
When landing at Gorakhpur (YOP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Gorakhpur typically uses runway 09/27. Approach from the south means descent on runway 09 (eastbound). Left-side seats face north during descent, providing views of the Ganges River floodplain and the city's position within it. Right seats see less distinctive southern agricultural terrain. Notable sights include: Ganges River and its meandering floodplain (highly visible as a wide silvery ribbon with oxbow lakes), Gorakhpur city sprawl along the river's eastern bank, Indo-Gangetic Plain extending to the horizon.
How long is the flight from Bangalore to Gorakhpur?
The flight from Bangalore (BLR) to Gorakhpur (YOP) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Bangalore to Gorakhpur flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the Deccan Plateau's northern regions, passing over Madhya Pradesh's agricultural landscape. The Narmada River valley may be visible as a linear feature if flying near its course. The transition from the plateau to the Indo-Gangetic Plain occurs roughly 90 minutes into the flight, marked by a subtle change in terrain elevation and vegetation patterns. No major mountain ranges intersect this route, but the plateau's gradual descent northward is the dominant geographical feature of the journey.