At Kankesanturai in Jaffna: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Jaffna Lagoon, Mullaitivu coastline to the east, the narrow Jaffna Peninsula landform, Palk Strait separating Sri Lanka from India.

When taking off from Kankesanturai (JAF), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Jaffna Peninsula's distinctive geography as the aircraft climbs northward. You'll see the lagoon system, coastal features, and the peninsula's narrow landform that makes this departure visually distinctive. Notable sights include: Jaffna Lagoon, Mullaitivu coastline to the east, the narrow Jaffna Peninsula landform, Palk Strait separating Sri Lanka from India.

When landing at Kankesanturai (JAF), sit on the Left side for the best views. Jaffna Airport's primary runway (09/27) typically handles approaches from the southwest. Left-side seats offer views of the Jaffna Lagoon and the intricate lagoon islands during descent, plus the distinctive geography of the Jaffna Peninsula's northern coastline as you approach. Notable sights include: Jaffna Lagoon with its shallow turquoise waters and scattered islands, the Jaffna Peninsula's northern coastline, the town of Jaffna visible inland, and the Palk Strait separating Sri Lanka from India to the north.

The best window seat at Kankesanturai (JAF) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Jaffna (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.