Right-side seats provide superior views for both takeoff (Eastern Ghats and coastal terrain) and the westbound flight path. While landing favors the left, the longer climb-out and cruise segment over the plateau and inland terrain make right-side seating the better overall choice for this route.
Flight Path
After climbing out over the Eastern Ghats, the flight crosses the Deccan Plateau interior. You'll pass over the Godavari River valley (visible as a distinct linear feature if flying at lower cruise altitudes), agricultural plains with scattered towns, and eventually approach the Western Ghats as you descend toward Mumbai. The plateau terrain is relatively featureless at cruise altitude, but the Godavari basin and the transition to the Western Ghats foothills mark the midpoint geography.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Visakhapatnam to Bombay. Right-side seats provide superior views for both takeoff (Eastern Ghats and coastal terrain) and the westbound flight path. While landing favors the left, the longer climb-out and cruise segment over the plateau and inland terrain make right-side seating the better overall choice for this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Visakhapatnam International Airport in Visakhapatnam?
During takeoff from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Bay of Bengal coastline and the Eastern Ghats escarpment as you climb westward. VTZ typically departs runways 05/23; westbound departures on runway 05 turn left initially, but right-side views show the dramatic coastal terrain and inland plateau transition. Notable sights include: Bay of Bengal (immediate eastern horizon), Eastern Ghats mountain range (rising inland to the west), Visakhapatnam city sprawl (below and behind), Vizag Port facilities (visible on coast).
What can I see when landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International in Bombay?
When landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best view during descent into VTZ. Approaching from the west on runway 23, you descend over the Western Ghats foothills and can see the Eastern Ghats ridge and coastal plains spreading below. The Bay of Bengal comes into view on the left as you align with the runway. Notable sights include: Eastern Ghats ridge (receding behind and to the left), Coastal plains and agricultural fields (immediate foreground), Bay of Bengal (left horizon), Visakhapatnam city and port (below, becoming clearer).
How long is the flight from Visakhapatnam to Bombay?
The flight from Visakhapatnam International Airport (VTZ) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Visakhapatnam to Bombay flight path pass over?
After climbing out over the Eastern Ghats, the flight crosses the Deccan Plateau interior. You'll pass over the Godavari River valley (visible as a distinct linear feature if flying at lower cruise altitudes), agricultural plains with scattered towns, and eventually approach the Western Ghats as you descend toward Mumbai. The plateau terrain is relatively featureless at cruise altitude, but the Godavari basin and the transition to the Western Ghats foothills mark the midpoint geography.