Bombay to Kannur is 527 miles (847 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. The takeoff offers dramatic views of the Western Ghats and Arabian Sea, and the right side maintains better visibility of the coastal terrain and mountain ranges throughout the southbound descent into Kannur.
Flight Path
The flight path follows the Konkan Coast southward, passing over the Arabian Sea with the Western Ghats visible to the east. Notable features include the coastal towns of Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts, the Sahyadri mountain range running parallel to the coast, and the transition from Maharashtra's rocky coastline to Karnataka's and Kerala's flatter coastal plains with increasing backwater systems.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BOM
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Arabian Sea coastline and the Western Ghats escarpment as the aircraft climbs southwestward from BOM. The sea and mountain range form a dramatic natural boundary that's clearly visible during the initial climb phase.
Landing at CNN
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Arabian Sea, the Malabar Coast's distinctive geography, and the approach into Kannur. The coastline with its backwaters and lagoons becomes increasingly visible during descent, and the terrain transitions from open water to the narrow coastal plain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bombay to Kannur. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. The takeoff offers dramatic views of the Western Ghats and Arabian Sea, and the right side maintains better visibility of the coastal terrain and mountain ranges throughout the southbound descent into Kannur.
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 capture the Arabian Sea coastline and the Western Ghats escarpment as the aircraft climbs southwestward from BOM. The sea and mountain range form a dramatic natural boundary that's clearly visible during the initial climb phase. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea (west and southwest), Western Ghats mountain range (east), Mumbai urban sprawl (directly below during climb-out), Thane Creek and mangrove areas (southeast).
What can I see when landing at Kannur International Airport in Kannur?
When landing at Kannur International Airport (CNN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Arabian Sea, the Malabar Coast's distinctive geography, and the approach into Kannur. The coastline with its backwaters and lagoons becomes increasingly visible during descent, and the terrain transitions from open water to the narrow coastal plain. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea (west), Malabar Coast with lagoons and backwaters (central), Western Ghats foothills (east), Kannur town and harbor area (final approach).
How long is the flight from Bombay to Kannur?
The flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 527 miles (847 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bombay to Kannur flight path pass over?
The flight path follows the Konkan Coast southward, passing over the Arabian Sea with the Western Ghats visible to the east. Notable features include the coastal towns of Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts, the Sahyadri mountain range running parallel to the coast, and the transition from Maharashtra's rocky coastline to Karnataka's and Kerala's flatter coastal plains with increasing backwater systems.