While takeoff favors the right for Himalayan foothills views, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and accessible scenery—the Bay of Bengal, Chennai's urban landscape, and the Cooum River are all visually striking. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
Flight Path
Godavari River delta (Andhra Pradesh coast), Eastern Ghats mountain range (inland from coast), transition from Deccan Plateau to coastal plains, multiple river valleys including Krishna and Godavari systems
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from GAU
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Brahmaputra River valley and the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Guwahati. The river's distinctive meandering channels and the rising terrain toward Meghalaya are clearly visible during the initial climb.
Landing at MAA
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Chennai. You'll see the Cooum River, the city's urban grid, and the Bay of Bengal coastline with its beaches and harbor areas as the aircraft descends from the northwest toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chennai International (MAA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Guwahati to Madras. While takeoff favors the right for Himalayan foothills views, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and accessible scenery—the Bay of Bengal, Chennai's urban landscape, and the Cooum River are all visually striking. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati?
During takeoff from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Brahmaputra River valley and the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Guwahati. The river's distinctive meandering channels and the rising terrain toward Meghalaya are clearly visible during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Brahmaputra River (north and west), Meghalaya plateau edge (south), Guwahati city sprawl (beneath and receding), Eastern Himalayan foothills (distant southwest).
What can I see when landing at Chennai International in Madras?
When landing at Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Chennai. You'll see the Cooum River, the city's urban grid, and the Bay of Bengal coastline with its beaches and harbor areas as the aircraft descends from the northwest toward the runway. Notable sights include: Bay of Bengal coastline (east), Cooum River (north-central), Chennai city grid (west and south), Marina Beach district (southeast).
How long is the flight from Guwahati to Madras?
The flight from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) to Chennai International (MAA) takes 2h 15m.
What does the Guwahati to Madras flight path pass over?
Godavari River delta (Andhra Pradesh coast), Eastern Ghats mountain range (inland from coast), transition from Deccan Plateau to coastal plains, multiple river valleys including Krishna and Godavari systems