The right side wins decisively due to the spectacular Himalayan approach into Srinagar, where passengers get sustained views of the Pir Panjal range, Dal Lake, and the Kashmir Valley — a dramatic contrast to the flat Deccan takeoff scenery shared by both sides.
Flight Path
Central Indian plains, Vindhya Range foothills, and the northern edge of the Gangetic plain before the terrain rises into the Himalayan foothills near Jammu
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase

Takeoff from HYD
RIGHTDeparting HYD northbound, the right side offers views over the city's northern suburbs and reservoirs like Hussain Sagar's outer lakes before the terrain flattens into the Deccan Plateau. It's a modest but decent start compared to the plain agricultural land on the left.
Landing at SXR
RIGHTOn approach to SXR, flights typically curve in from the south over the Pir Panjal range before descending into the Kashmir Valley, giving right-side passengers dramatic close-up views of snow-capped peaks and the valley's terraced fields as the plane banks toward runway 13.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Srinagar (SXR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Hyderabad to Srinagar. The right side wins decisively due to the spectacular Himalayan approach into Srinagar, where passengers get sustained views of the Pir Panjal range, Dal Lake, and the Kashmir Valley — a dramatic contrast to the flat Deccan takeoff scenery shared by both sides.
What can I see during takeoff from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad?
During takeoff from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing HYD northbound, the right side offers views over the city's northern suburbs and reservoirs like Hussain Sagar's outer lakes before the terrain flattens into the Deccan Plateau. It's a modest but decent start compared to the plain agricultural land on the left. Notable sights include: Hyderabad northern suburbs, Deccan Plateau scrubland, scattered reservoirs.
What can I see when landing at Srinagar in Srinagar?
When landing at Srinagar (SXR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to SXR, flights typically curve in from the south over the Pir Panjal range before descending into the Kashmir Valley, giving right-side passengers dramatic close-up views of snow-capped peaks and the valley's terraced fields as the plane banks toward runway 13. Notable sights include: Pir Panjal Range, Kashmir Valley terraces, Dal Lake, Zabarwan Hills.
How long is the flight from Hyderabad to Srinagar?
The flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Srinagar (SXR) takes 2h 20m.
What does the Hyderabad to Srinagar flight path pass over?
Central Indian plains, Vindhya Range foothills, and the northern edge of the Gangetic plain before the terrain rises into the Himalayan foothills near Jammu