The left side consistently offers more geographic interest — coastal Malaysia at departure, glimpses of Sumatra's coastline during the Malacca Strait crossing, and the distant Western Ghats on arrival — compared to the mostly open-water and flat-plain views on the right.
Flown XSP to BLR? Did we get it right?
Flight Path
Singapore to Bangalore is 1,966 miles (3,164 km), a flight of about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Strait of Malacca, northern Sumatra coastline, Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal approaching the Indian coastline near Chennai
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from XSP
LEFTDeparting Seletar and turning toward the northwest, the left side offers a brief glimpse of the Johor Strait and Malaysia's southern coastline before the aircraft climbs out over the Strait of Malacca. The right side mostly faces open water and Singapore's less distinctive eastern suburbs.
Landing at BLR
LEFTOn approach to Bangalore from the east, the left side gives passengers a view toward the distant Western Ghats escarpment and the patchwork of reservoirs and farmland southwest of the city, while the right side mostly shows the flatter Deccan plateau with fewer distinguishing features.
Will your flight be in sunlight?
Pick a date and time in the Sun Map to watch the sun move across your whole flight.
About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Seletar (XSP) to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Singapore to Bangalore. The left side consistently offers more geographic interest — coastal Malaysia at departure, glimpses of Sumatra's coastline during the Malacca Strait crossing, and the distant Western Ghats on arrival — compared to the mostly open-water and flat-plain views on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Seletar in Singapore?
During takeoff from Seletar (XSP), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing Seletar and turning toward the northwest, the left side offers a brief glimpse of the Johor Strait and Malaysia's southern coastline before the aircraft climbs out over the Strait of Malacca. The right side mostly faces open water and Singapore's less distinctive eastern suburbs. Notable sights include: Johor Strait, Straits of Malacca coastline, southern Malaysia peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru in Bangalore?
When landing at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to Bangalore from the east, the left side gives passengers a view toward the distant Western Ghats escarpment and the patchwork of reservoirs and farmland southwest of the city, while the right side mostly shows the flatter Deccan plateau with fewer distinguishing features. Notable sights include: Western Ghats foothills, Bangalore's outer reservoirs, Deccan plateau farmland.
How long is the flight from Singapore to Bangalore?
The flight from Seletar (XSP) to Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) takes about 4 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,966 miles (3,164 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Singapore to Bangalore flight path pass over?
Strait of Malacca, northern Sumatra coastline, Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal approaching the Indian coastline near Chennai