While both sides score equally at 2.0 due to the short flight duration (1h 15m) over relatively flat terrain with limited dramatic geography, the left side edges ahead during the critical landing phase with views of the Yamuna River, Aravalli Hills, and Delhi's urban sprawl. The takeoff from Aurangabad is marginally better on the right, but the landing experience on the left provides more recognizable landmarks and visual interest for the majority of passengers' window time.
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Flight Path
Aurangabad to Delhi is 610 miles (982 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Godavari River valley, Deccan Plateau plateau surface, scattered agricultural fields and villages, transition from Aurangabad region to Uttar Pradesh plains, Chambal River valley (distant south), approach to Delhi's urban periphery
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from IXU
RIGHTRight side offers slightly better views of Aurangabad city and surrounding Deccan Plateau terrain during initial climb, with the Ajanta Hills visible to the northeast. Left side faces open plateau with minimal distinctive features during departure.
Landing at DEL
LEFTLeft side provides superior views during approach to Delhi, including the Yamuna River, Aravalli Hills to the south, and the sprawling Delhi metropolitan area with recognizable landmarks like the ridge formations and urban development patterns. Right side faces open plains with less distinctive features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aurangabad (IXU) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Aurangabad to Delhi. While both sides score equally at 2.0 due to the short flight duration (1h 15m) over relatively flat terrain with limited dramatic geography, the left side edges ahead during the critical landing phase with views of the Yamuna River, Aravalli Hills, and Delhi's urban sprawl. The takeoff from Aurangabad is marginally better on the right, but the landing experience on the left provides more recognizable landmarks and visual interest for the majority of passengers' window time.
What can I see during takeoff from Aurangabad in Aurangabad?
During takeoff from Aurangabad (IXU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers slightly better views of Aurangabad city and surrounding Deccan Plateau terrain during initial climb, with the Ajanta Hills visible to the northeast. Left side faces open plateau with minimal distinctive features during departure. Notable sights include: Aurangabad city grid, Ajanta Hills (northeast), Deccan Plateau escarpment, Godavari River valley (distant).
What can I see when landing at Indira Gandhi International in Delhi?
When landing at Indira Gandhi International (DEL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides superior views during approach to Delhi, including the Yamuna River, Aravalli Hills to the south, and the sprawling Delhi metropolitan area with recognizable landmarks like the ridge formations and urban development patterns. Right side faces open plains with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Yamuna River (serpentine course), Aravalli Hills (south), Delhi Ridge formations, sprawling Delhi-NCR urban grid.
How long is the flight from Aurangabad to Delhi?
The flight from Aurangabad (IXU) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 610 miles (982 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Aurangabad to Delhi flight path pass over?
Godavari River valley, Deccan Plateau plateau surface, scattered agricultural fields and villages, transition from Aurangabad region to Uttar Pradesh plains, Chambal River valley (distant south), approach to Delhi's urban periphery