While the takeoff offers Thames estuary views from the left, the landing approach into Delhi from the right provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the Yamuna River, Delhi's urban expanse, and the Aravalli Hills create a more visually rewarding final descent than the relatively flat English departure.
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Flight Path
London to Delhi is 4,160 miles (6,696 km), a flight of about 7 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the English Channel, then proceeds southeast over France (Seine valley visible near Paris), continues over the Alps (Mont Blanc and surrounding peaks visible in clear conditions), crosses the Mediterranean, then over Greece and Turkey (Aegean Sea, Turkish coast), continues southeast over the Middle East crossing Iraq and Iran (Tigris-Euphrates valley, Iranian plateau and Alborz Mountains), before descending into the Indo-Gangetic Plain with the Himalayas appearing on the northern horizon as the aircraft approaches Delhi.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LCY
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Thames estuary and Kent coastline as the aircraft climbs out eastward from London City Airport. The river's distinctive meanders and the flat southeastern English landscape are clearly visible during the initial climb.
Landing at DEL
RIGHTRight-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Delhi. The Yamuna River, visible as a silvery ribbon through the city, and the sprawling urban grid of Delhi with its distinctive radial road pattern are best seen from the right as the aircraft approaches from the west.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from City (LCY) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Delhi. While the takeoff offers Thames estuary views from the left, the landing approach into Delhi from the right provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the Yamuna River, Delhi's urban expanse, and the Aravalli Hills create a more visually rewarding final descent than the relatively flat English departure.
What can I see during takeoff from City in London?
During takeoff from City (LCY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Thames estuary and Kent coastline as the aircraft climbs out eastward from London City Airport. The river's distinctive meanders and the flat southeastern English landscape are clearly visible during the initial climb. Notable sights include: River Thames estuary, Kent marshlands, North Sea coast, Essex flatlands.
What can I see when landing at Indira Gandhi International in Delhi?
When landing at Indira Gandhi International (DEL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Delhi. The Yamuna River, visible as a silvery ribbon through the city, and the sprawling urban grid of Delhi with its distinctive radial road pattern are best seen from the right as the aircraft approaches from the west. Notable sights include: Yamuna River, Delhi urban sprawl, Aravalli Hills (distant), Indira Gandhi International Airport complex.
How long is the flight from London to Delhi?
The flight from City (LCY) to Indira Gandhi International (DEL) takes about 7 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,160 miles (6,696 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Delhi flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the English Channel, then proceeds southeast over France (Seine valley visible near Paris), continues over the Alps (Mont Blanc and surrounding peaks visible in clear conditions), crosses the Mediterranean, then over Greece and Turkey (Aegean Sea, Turkish coast), continues southeast over the Middle East crossing Iraq and Iran (Tigris-Euphrates valley, Iranian plateau and Alborz Mountains), before descending into the Indo-Gangetic Plain with the Himalayas appearing on the northern horizon as the aircraft approaches Delhi.