Both sides score equally for the full flight over this short, relatively flat route through central India. However, the right side edges ahead during landing with views of Imphal Valley's distinctive cultivated landscape and Loktak Lake, providing more visual variety during the approach phase. The takeoff from Delhi is comparable on both sides, but the landing experience tips the recommendation rightward.
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Flight Path
Delhi to Imphal is 1,069 miles (1,721 km), a flight of about 2 hours 45 minutes.
Ganges River valley (visible as a broad, meandering watercourse with agricultural plains on both banks), scattered towns and villages across Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, transition from Indo-Gangetic Plain to the foothills of Manipur's hill ranges, sparse forested areas increasing toward the northeast
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEL
LEFTLeft side captures Delhi's urban sprawl and the Yamuna River valley during departure, offering brief city scenery before transitioning to agricultural plains. Right side faces open farmland immediately.
Landing at IMF
RIGHTRight side provides views of Imphal Valley's distinctive geography—the valley floor with its patchwork of rice paddies and the surrounding forested hills create visual interest during descent. Left side faces similar terrain but with less dramatic relief.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Imphal (IMF)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Delhi to Imphal. Both sides score equally for the full flight over this short, relatively flat route through central India. However, the right side edges ahead during landing with views of Imphal Valley's distinctive cultivated landscape and Loktak Lake, providing more visual variety during the approach phase. The takeoff from Delhi is comparable on both sides, but the landing experience tips the recommendation rightward.
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 captures Delhi's urban sprawl and the Yamuna River valley during departure, offering brief city scenery before transitioning to agricultural plains. Right side faces open farmland immediately. Notable sights include: Yamuna River (visible as a winding ribbon through Delhi), Delhi's urban grid and high-rises, Aravalli Hills (distant, low profile to the southwest).
What can I see when landing at Imphal in Imphal?
When landing at Imphal (IMF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides views of Imphal Valley's distinctive geography—the valley floor with its patchwork of rice paddies and the surrounding forested hills create visual interest during descent. Left side faces similar terrain but with less dramatic relief. Notable sights include: Imphal Valley floor (flat, cultivated landscape), Loktak Lake (shallow, reed-filled water body visible as a darker patch), surrounding forested hills of Manipur, Imphal city grid.
How long is the flight from Delhi to Imphal?
The flight from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Imphal (IMF) takes about 2 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,069 miles (1,721 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Delhi to Imphal flight path pass over?
Ganges River valley (visible as a broad, meandering watercourse with agricultural plains on both banks), scattered towns and villages across Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, transition from Indo-Gangetic Plain to the foothills of Manipur's hill ranges, sparse forested areas increasing toward the northeast