Bombay to Vijayawada is 551 miles (887 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the entire flight: the Arabian Sea and Mumbai coastline during departure, followed by views of the Deccan Plateau's interior, and finally the Krishna River delta during approach. The westward flight path favors right-side geography.
Flight Path
Deccan Plateau interior with scattered towns and agricultural land, transition from Western Ghats to flatter terrain, Godavari River basin (visible on clearer days), gradual shift from coastal humidity to drier inland plateau landscape
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BOM
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Arabian Sea coastline and Mumbai's sprawling urban landscape as the aircraft climbs eastward. You'll see the curve of Back Bay and the coastal development fade into the distance.
Landing at VGA
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Krishna River delta and Vijayawada's position within the river valley during descent. The river's braided channels and surrounding agricultural plains are distinctive from altitude.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Vijayawada (VGA)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bombay to Vijayawada. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the entire flight: the Arabian Sea and Mumbai coastline during departure, followed by views of the Deccan Plateau's interior, and finally the Krishna River delta during approach. The westward flight path favors right-side geography.
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 Mumbai's sprawling urban landscape as the aircraft climbs eastward. You'll see the curve of Back Bay and the coastal development fade into the distance. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea coastline, Mumbai urban sprawl (Colaba to Bandra districts), Back Bay, Western Ghats foothills to the east.
What can I see when landing at Vijayawada in Vijayawada?
When landing at Vijayawada (VGA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Krishna River delta and Vijayawada's position within the river valley during descent. The river's braided channels and surrounding agricultural plains are distinctive from altitude. Notable sights include: Krishna River and delta system, Vijayawada city center, surrounding agricultural plains, Eastern Ghats ridges to the west.
How long is the flight from Bombay to Vijayawada?
The flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) to Vijayawada (VGA) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 551 miles (887 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bombay to Vijayawada flight path pass over?
Deccan Plateau interior with scattered towns and agricultural land, transition from Western Ghats to flatter terrain, Godavari River basin (visible on clearer days), gradual shift from coastal humidity to drier inland plateau landscape