While left offers better Delhi departure views, right provides superior scenery on approach to Rome with the Tiber River, Apennine Mountains, and the historic city itself. The landing approach compensates for a less dramatic takeoff.
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Flight Path
Delhi to Rome is 3,686 miles (5,932 km), a flight of about 7 hours 10 minutes.
Hindu Kush and Pamir mountain ranges (Afghanistan-Tajikistan border), Caspian Sea's eastern shore, Caucasus Mountains (Georgia-Russia), Black Sea coastline, Balkans mountain range (Serbia-Bulgaria), Danube River valley
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEL
LEFTLeft side offers views of the Yamuna River winding through Delhi's urban sprawl and the Aravalli Hills to the southwest. Right side faces the flat Indo-Gangetic Plain with fewer distinctive landmarks during initial climb.
Landing at FCO
RIGHTRight side provides views of the Tiber River approaching Rome, the Apennine Mountains to the east, and the city's historic districts. Left side faces the Tyrrhenian Sea with less distinctive urban features during descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Fiumicino (FCO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Delhi to Rome. While left offers better Delhi departure views, right provides superior scenery on approach to Rome with the Tiber River, Apennine Mountains, and the historic city itself. The landing approach compensates for a less dramatic takeoff.
What can I see during takeoff from Indira Gandhi International in Delhi?
During takeoff from Indira Gandhi International (DEL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Yamuna River winding through Delhi's urban sprawl and the Aravalli Hills to the southwest. Right side faces the flat Indo-Gangetic Plain with fewer distinctive landmarks during initial climb. Notable sights include: Yamuna River, Aravalli Hills, Delhi urban grid, Indus Valley plains extending east.
What can I see when landing at Fiumicino in Rome?
When landing at Fiumicino (FCO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of the Tiber River approaching Rome, the Apennine Mountains to the east, and the city's historic districts. Left side faces the Tyrrhenian Sea with less distinctive urban features during descent. Notable sights include: Tiber River, Apennine Mountains, Rome urban sprawl, Fiumicino airport and Ostia coastal plain.
How long is the flight from Delhi to Rome?
The flight from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Fiumicino (FCO) takes about 7 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 3,686 miles (5,932 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Delhi to Rome flight path pass over?
Hindu Kush and Pamir mountain ranges (Afghanistan-Tajikistan border), Caspian Sea's eastern shore, Caucasus Mountains (Georgia-Russia), Black Sea coastline, Balkans mountain range (Serbia-Bulgaria), Danube River valley