Right-side seats capture the most dramatic geography: the Yamuna River and Delhi's urban landscape during departure, then the Deccan Plateau's terrain and agricultural patterns during cruise, and finally coastal views during approach. The flight path generally moves southwest, favoring right-side views of the landscape's major features.
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Flight Path
Delhi to Navi Mumbai is 709 miles (1,140 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Deccan Plateau terrain, agricultural regions of Maharashtra, scattered towns and villages along the flight path, gradual transition from northern plains to coastal lowlands
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEL
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Yamuna River and Delhi's urban sprawl extending south and southeast. The aircraft climbs southwestward from DEL, so right-side passengers see the river's meanders and the transition from city to agricultural plains.
Landing at NMI
LEFTLeft-side seats provide views of the Arabian Sea coastline and Navi Mumbai's coastal geography during descent. The approach path brings aircraft in from the northeast over the Thane Creek and Mumbai Harbor area, so left-side passengers see the water bodies and coastal development.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Delhi to Navi Mumbai. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic geography: the Yamuna River and Delhi's urban landscape during departure, then the Deccan Plateau's terrain and agricultural patterns during cruise, and finally coastal views during approach. The flight path generally moves southwest, favoring right-side views of the landscape's major features.
What can I see during takeoff from Indira Gandhi International in Delhi?
During takeoff from Indira Gandhi International (DEL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Yamuna River and Delhi's urban sprawl extending south and southeast. The aircraft climbs southwestward from DEL, so right-side passengers see the river's meanders and the transition from city to agricultural plains. Notable sights include: Yamuna River, Delhi urban area, Aravalli Hills (distant southeast), agricultural plains of Haryana.
What can I see when landing at Navi Mumbai International Airport in Navi Mumbai?
When landing at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Arabian Sea coastline and Navi Mumbai's coastal geography during descent. The approach path brings aircraft in from the northeast over the Thane Creek and Mumbai Harbor area, so left-side passengers see the water bodies and coastal development. Notable sights include: Arabian Sea, Thane Creek, Navi Mumbai coastal development, Mumbai Harbor and islands.
How long is the flight from Delhi to Navi Mumbai?
The flight from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 709 miles (1,140 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Delhi to Navi Mumbai flight path pass over?
Deccan Plateau terrain, agricultural regions of Maharashtra, scattered towns and villages along the flight path, gradual transition from northern plains to coastal lowlands