Delhi to Durgapur is 716 miles (1,152 km), a flight of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
The right side captures the Yamuna River during takeoff and provides better positioning for viewing the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system's tributaries during the flight's middle section as the aircraft tracks southeast across the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Indo-Gangetic Plain, with views of the Ganges River and its tributaries (particularly the Hooghly River system as you approach Bengal), scattered towns and agricultural fields, and the gradual transition from the Delhi region toward the eastern plains. The Ganges is the most significant geographical feature visible during the cruise phase, running roughly parallel to the flight path on the left side.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DEL
RIGHTClimbing out southeastward from DEL, the right side offers views of the Yamuna River floodplain and the urban sprawl of Delhi's southern districts. The left side faces northwest toward the Aravalli Hills, but they're distant and less visually prominent during initial climb.
Landing at RDP
LEFTApproaching RDP from the northwest, the left side provides views of the Damodar River valley and the industrial landscape around Durgapur. The right side faces toward less distinctive terrain. The Damodar River is the dominant geographical feature on approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Delhi to Durgapur. The right side captures the Yamuna River during takeoff and provides better positioning for viewing the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system's tributaries during the flight's middle section as the aircraft tracks southeast across the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
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. Climbing out southeastward from DEL, the right side offers views of the Yamuna River floodplain and the urban sprawl of Delhi's southern districts. The left side faces northwest toward the Aravalli Hills, but they're distant and less visually prominent during initial climb. Notable sights include: Yamuna River (visible as a winding ribbon below), Delhi's southern urban grid, Indira Gandhi International Airport complex, distant Aravalli Hills on the horizon to the northwest.
What can I see when landing at Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport in Durgapur?
When landing at Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching RDP from the northwest, the left side provides views of the Damodar River valley and the industrial landscape around Durgapur. The right side faces toward less distinctive terrain. The Damodar River is the dominant geographical feature on approach. Notable sights include: Damodar River and its valley, Durgapur industrial area and thermal power plants, surrounding agricultural plains, Chota Nagpur Plateau edge (distant).
How long is the flight from Delhi to Durgapur?
The flight from Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP) takes about 2 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 716 miles (1,152 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Delhi to Durgapur flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Indo-Gangetic Plain, with views of the Ganges River and its tributaries (particularly the Hooghly River system as you approach Bengal), scattered towns and agricultural fields, and the gradual transition from the Delhi region toward the eastern plains. The Ganges is the most significant geographical feature visible during the cruise phase, running roughly parallel to the flight path on the left side.