Aurangabad to Navi Mumbai is 164 miles (263 km), a flight of about 50 minutes.
While takeoff offers geological interest, the landing approach into Navi Mumbai provides more dramatic and varied scenery—coastal estuaries, tidal geography, and extensive urban development patterns are more visually distinctive than the plateau terrain near Aurangabad.
Flight Path
Godavari River valley, Ahmednagar district plains, transition from Deccan Plateau to coastal lowlands, Thane district agricultural areas before reaching the Mumbai metropolitan region
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from IXU
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Ajanta Hills and the Godavari River valley as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Aurangabad. The terrain transitions from the Deccan Plateau's agricultural fields to river gorges, providing clear visual contrast during the initial climb.
Landing at NMI
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Navi Mumbai, showing the Thane Creek, Ulhas River estuary, and the industrial and residential sprawl of the Mumbai metropolitan area. The approach from the northeast offers clear sightlines to the coastal geography and urban development patterns.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Aurangabad (IXU) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Aurangabad to Navi Mumbai. While takeoff offers geological interest, the landing approach into Navi Mumbai provides more dramatic and varied scenery—coastal estuaries, tidal geography, and extensive urban development patterns are more visually distinctive than the plateau terrain near Aurangabad.
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 seats offer views of the Ajanta Hills and the Godavari River valley as the aircraft climbs southwestward from Aurangabad. The terrain transitions from the Deccan Plateau's agricultural fields to river gorges, providing clear visual contrast during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Ajanta Hills, Godavari River valley, Aurangabad city grid, Deccan Plateau escarpment.
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 excellent views during descent into Navi Mumbai, showing the Thane Creek, Ulhas River estuary, and the industrial and residential sprawl of the Mumbai metropolitan area. The approach from the northeast offers clear sightlines to the coastal geography and urban development patterns. Notable sights include: Thane Creek, Ulhas River estuary, Navi Mumbai urban grid, Arabian Sea coastline.
How long is the flight from Aurangabad to Navi Mumbai?
The flight from Aurangabad (IXU) to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) takes about 50 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 164 miles (263 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Aurangabad to Navi Mumbai flight path pass over?
Godavari River valley, Ahmednagar district plains, transition from Deccan Plateau to coastal lowlands, Thane district agricultural areas before reaching the Mumbai metropolitan region