The left side edges ahead thanks to the dramatic Mumbai coastal departure and a mid-flight pass near the Andaman Islands, giving it more consistent visual interest across the whole route, while the right side's best moment is concentrated in the Singapore Strait approach.
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Flight Path
Bombay to Singapore is 2,437 miles (3,922 km), a flight of about 5 hours 40 minutes.
Bay of Bengal open water, the Andaman Islands (visible to the north of the flight path), the volcanic Barisan Mountains and coastline of northern Sumatra near Banda Aceh, and the Strait of Malacca leading into Singapore
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BOM
LEFTDeparting BOM on runway 27 over the Arabian Sea, the aircraft banks south to pick up the route toward Singapore, putting Mumbai's coastline on the left. Passengers get a good look at Marine Drive's curve, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the harbor before the city gives way to open water.
Landing at SIN
RIGHTArriving at Changi from the west, the flight crosses the Singapore Strait and turns to line up with the north-south runway, placing the shipping lanes, Sentosa, and the southern skyline on the right side of the cabin.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Singapore Changi (SIN)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bombay to Singapore. The left side edges ahead thanks to the dramatic Mumbai coastal departure and a mid-flight pass near the Andaman Islands, giving it more consistent visual interest across the whole route, while the right side's best moment is concentrated in the Singapore Strait approach.
What can I see during takeoff from Chhatrapati Shivaji International in Bombay?
During takeoff from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing BOM on runway 27 over the Arabian Sea, the aircraft banks south to pick up the route toward Singapore, putting Mumbai's coastline on the left. Passengers get a good look at Marine Drive's curve, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the harbor before the city gives way to open water. Notable sights include: Marine Drive and South Mumbai skyline, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mumbai Harbour, Arabian Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at Singapore Changi in Singapore?
When landing at Singapore Changi (SIN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arriving at Changi from the west, the flight crosses the Singapore Strait and turns to line up with the north-south runway, placing the shipping lanes, Sentosa, and the southern skyline on the right side of the cabin. Notable sights include: Singapore Strait shipping lanes, Sentosa Island, Marina Bay skyline, Riau islands (Batam) in the distance.
How long is the flight from Bombay to Singapore?
The flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Singapore Changi (SIN) takes about 5 hours 40 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 2,437 miles (3,922 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bombay to Singapore flight path pass over?
Bay of Bengal open water, the Andaman Islands (visible to the north of the flight path), the volcanic Barisan Mountains and coastline of northern Sumatra near Banda Aceh, and the Strait of Malacca leading into Singapore