Madras to Pune is 567 miles (913 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
While takeoff favors the right for coastal views, the landing experience on the left is more rewarding—the Deccan Plateau's distinctive terrain and the river valley approach are more visually interesting than the relatively flat coastal climb-out. Left seats capture the geographic transition from coast to plateau.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses inland from the Bay of Bengal, passing over the Eastern Ghats foothills around Tirupati (visible as elevated terrain with forested ridges), then transitions to the Deccan Plateau. The Palar River valley and scattered reservoirs appear in the midpoint region. The landscape shifts from coastal plains to semi-arid plateau with increasing elevation toward Pune.
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Takeoff from MAA
RIGHTChennai typically departs runway 06/24 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of the Cooum River delta and the Bay of Bengal coastline immediately after climb-out, with the city sprawl visible to the left. The water features are more dramatic than inland terrain during initial ascent.
Landing at PNQ
LEFTPune's runway 09/27 typically favors approaches from the east. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Deccan Plateau terrain, the Mula-Mutha River confluence, and Pune city's location in the elevated plateau. Right-side views are mostly inland plateau with less distinctive features.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Chennai International (MAA) to Pune (PNQ)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Madras to Pune. While takeoff favors the right for coastal views, the landing experience on the left is more rewarding—the Deccan Plateau's distinctive terrain and the river valley approach are more visually interesting than the relatively flat coastal climb-out. Left seats capture the geographic transition from coast to plateau.
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. Chennai typically departs runway 06/24 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of the Cooum River delta and the Bay of Bengal coastline immediately after climb-out, with the city sprawl visible to the left. The water features are more dramatic than inland terrain during initial ascent. Notable sights include: Bay of Bengal (eastern horizon), Cooum River delta (foreground right), Chennai city grid (left side), Pulicat Lake (northern distance).
What can I see when landing at Pune in Pune?
When landing at Pune (PNQ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Pune's runway 09/27 typically favors approaches from the east. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Deccan Plateau terrain, the Mula-Mutha River confluence, and Pune city's location in the elevated plateau. Right-side views are mostly inland plateau with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Deccan Plateau escarpment (western horizon), Mula-Mutha River valley (center-left), Pune city sprawl (left-center), Western Ghats foothills (distant west).
How long is the flight from Madras to Pune?
The flight from Chennai International (MAA) to Pune (PNQ) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 567 miles (913 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Madras to Pune flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses inland from the Bay of Bengal, passing over the Eastern Ghats foothills around Tirupati (visible as elevated terrain with forested ridges), then transitions to the Deccan Plateau. The Palar River valley and scattered reservoirs appear in the midpoint region. The landscape shifts from coastal plains to semi-arid plateau with increasing elevation toward Pune.