At Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International in Calcutta: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Hooghly River with its distinctive bends, Kolkata's industrial zones and refineries to the east, extensive wetland complexes and aquaculture ponds, Barrackpore area settlements to the northeast.

When taking off from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International (CCU), sit on the Left side for the best views. CCU's primary runways (09/27) mean most departures head east or west. A left-side seat offers views of the Hooghly River's extensive meanders and the industrial sprawl of eastern Kolkata during climb-out. You'll also see the patchwork of wetlands and fish ponds that dominate the landscape north and east of the airport. Notable sights include: Hooghly River with its distinctive bends, Kolkata's industrial zones and refineries to the east, extensive wetland complexes and aquaculture ponds, Barrackpore area settlements to the northeast.

When landing at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International (CCU), sit on the Left side for the best views. CCU's primary runway (09/27) typically uses runway 09 for landing when winds permit, which means approaching from the east. The left side offers views of the Hooghly River's meandering course and the city's eastern industrial zones. You'll also see the river's distinctive bends and surrounding wetlands that define the approach corridor. Notable sights include: Hooghly River (main waterway with visible bends), Calcutta city grid to the west, Salt Lake area (reclaimed wetlands with geometric patterns), industrial facilities along the river's eastern bank.

The best window seat at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International (CCU) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Calcutta (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.