The right side offers a brief coastal view on departure from Chennai and a more textured, hilly landscape near Nandi Hills on arrival into Bangalore, while the left side faces mostly featureless plains for the entire short flight.
Flight Path
Flat agricultural plains of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, with scattered low hills of the Eastern Ghats' southern spurs visible in the distance during cruise.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase

Takeoff from MAA
RIGHTDeparting MAA, the initial turn typically swings the aircraft northwest, giving right-side passengers a last glimpse of Chennai's coastline and the Bay of Bengal before the plane turns fully inland. Left-side views are dominated by flat suburban sprawl with little contrast.

Landing at BLR
RIGHTOn approach to BLR from the east, the descent path passes north of the city, offering right-side passengers views of the granite outcrops and forested rises of the Nandi Hills region before the runway comes into view. Left-side passengers see mostly flat agricultural land and Bangalore's outer suburbs.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chennai International (MAA) to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madras to Bangalore. The right side offers a brief coastal view on departure from Chennai and a more textured, hilly landscape near Nandi Hills on arrival into Bangalore, while the left side faces mostly featureless plains for the entire short flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Chennai International in Madras?
During takeoff from Chennai International (MAA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing MAA, the initial turn typically swings the aircraft northwest, giving right-side passengers a last glimpse of Chennai's coastline and the Bay of Bengal before the plane turns fully inland. Left-side views are dominated by flat suburban sprawl with little contrast. Notable sights include: Chennai coastline, Bay of Bengal, Marina Beach area, Chennai's northern suburbs.
What can I see when landing at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru in Bangalore?
When landing at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to BLR from the east, the descent path passes north of the city, offering right-side passengers views of the granite outcrops and forested rises of the Nandi Hills region before the runway comes into view. Left-side passengers see mostly flat agricultural land and Bangalore's outer suburbs. Notable sights include: Nandi Hills foothills, Devanahalli countryside, scattered reservoirs, Bangalore's northern outskirts.
How long is the flight from Madras to Bangalore?
The flight from Chennai International (MAA) to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) takes 1h 15m.
What does the Madras to Bangalore flight path pass over?
Flat agricultural plains of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, with scattered low hills of the Eastern Ghats' southern spurs visible in the distance during cruise.