About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Bole International (ADD)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bombay to Addis Ababa. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery: the Arabian Sea and Mumbai's coastal landscape during departure, followed by views of the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula during the long overwater crossing, and the Ethiopian Highlands during descent. Left-side seats offer good landing views but miss the extended oceanic and peninsula scenery.
What can I see during takeoff from Chhatrapati Shivaji International in Bombay?
During takeoff from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Mumbai's coastal geography during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs eastward from BOM, so right-side windows face south toward the Arabian Sea and the city's western shoreline. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea coastline, Mumbai harbor and docks, Western Ghats mountain range (distant eastern horizon), Elephanta Island.
What can I see when landing at Bole International in Addis Ababa?
When landing at Bole International (ADD), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Addis Ababa. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left-side windows face the Ethiopian highlands and the city's elevated terrain as you descend toward Bole International. Notable sights include: Ethiopian Highlands plateau, Addis Ababa city sprawl on elevated terrain, Entoto Mountains to the north, Rift Valley escarpment (distant).
How long is the flight from Bombay to Addis Ababa?
The flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Bole International (ADD) takes Approximately 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 45 minutes.
What does the Bombay to Addis Ababa flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Arabian Sea for roughly 2.5 hours, with views of the Oman coastline and the entrance to the Persian Gulf visible from the right side during the middle portion. The aircraft then passes over the Arabian Peninsula (Saudi Arabia and Yemen), where right-side windows show the Red Sea coastline, the Asir Mountains in southwestern Saudi Arabia, and the arid plateau terrain. As the flight approaches Ethiopia, the terrain transitions from desert to the Ethiopian Highlands, with the Blue Nile basin becoming visible before descent into Addis Ababa.