Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad is 164 miles (263 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The takeoff climb provides superior scenery with the dramatic Western Ghats escarpment and Sahyadri range clearly visible on the right. While the landing approach favors the left for Ajanta Plateau views, the takeoff experience is more visually striking and sustained.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the Western Ghats escarpment edge, transitions over the Deccan Plateau interior with scattered villages and agricultural fields, and approaches the Godavari River valley system near Aurangabad. The Ajanta Caves plateau becomes visible during descent. No major water bodies or cities lie directly on the route, but the plateau terrain and escarpment transitions dominate the mid-flight view.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from NMI
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Western Ghats escarpment and the Sahyadri range as the aircraft climbs northeast toward Aurangabad. The left side faces the Arabian Sea and coastal plains with less dramatic terrain.
Landing at IXU
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views of the Ajanta Caves plateau and the Deccan Plateau terrain as the aircraft descends toward Aurangabad from the southwest. The right side faces less distinctive agricultural plains.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) to Aurangabad (IXU)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad. The takeoff climb provides superior scenery with the dramatic Western Ghats escarpment and Sahyadri range clearly visible on the right. While the landing approach favors the left for Ajanta Plateau views, the takeoff experience is more visually striking and sustained.
What can I see during takeoff from Navi Mumbai International Airport in Navi Mumbai?
During takeoff from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Western Ghats escarpment and the Sahyadri range as the aircraft climbs northeast toward Aurangabad. The left side faces the Arabian Sea and coastal plains with less dramatic terrain. Notable sights include: Western Ghats (Sahyadri range), Thane-Belapur industrial corridor, Panvel plateau, Arabian Sea coastline to the west.
What can I see when landing at Aurangabad in Aurangabad?
When landing at Aurangabad (IXU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views of the Ajanta Caves plateau and the Deccan Plateau terrain as the aircraft descends toward Aurangabad from the southwest. The right side faces less distinctive agricultural plains. Notable sights include: Ajanta Caves plateau, Deccan Plateau surface, Godavari River valley system, Aurangabad city and surrounding agricultural fields.
How long is the flight from Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad?
The flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) to Aurangabad (IXU) takes about 1 hour 15 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 Navi Mumbai to Aurangabad flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Western Ghats escarpment edge, transitions over the Deccan Plateau interior with scattered villages and agricultural fields, and approaches the Godavari River valley system near Aurangabad. The Ajanta Caves plateau becomes visible during descent. No major water bodies or cities lie directly on the route, but the plateau terrain and escarpment transitions dominate the mid-flight view.