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Best window seat landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International

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LandingRIGHT

Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline

🛬 Landing at Bombay (BOM)

Best sideRight
WhyOn the typical runway 09 approach, the aircraft flies in from the Arabian Sea heading east, and the right side of the plane faces south toward Mumbai's coastline. You get a clear view of Mahim Bay, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the dense southern Mumbai skyline before touchdown.
Look forBandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline, southern Mumbai skyline
Left window seat view during landing at Bombay (BOM), Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline, southern Mumbai skylineLeft Side
Right window seat view during landing at Bombay (BOM), Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline, southern Mumbai skylineRight Side
MumbaiPhoto: Keith Lobo

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has two integrated terminals, with Terminal 2 handling all international and most domestic flights in a striking modern design featuring extensive Indian art installations. It's one of India's busiest airports, operating with two intersecting runways that constrain capacity during peak hours.

⛰️ Elevation39 ft
🛫 Runways2 (09/27, 14/32)
✈️ HubAir India, IndiGo, Vistara
📍 NearbyNMI 15 miPNQ 77 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)?

When landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical runway 09 approach, the aircraft flies in from the Arabian Sea heading east, and the right side of the plane faces south toward Mumbai's coastline. You get a clear view of Mahim Bay, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the dense southern Mumbai skyline before touchdown. Notable sights include: Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline, southern Mumbai skyline.

What can I see when arriving at Bombay?

Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International in Bombay, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Mahim Bay, Arabian Sea coastline, southern Mumbai skyline. On the typical runway 09 approach, the aircraft flies in from the Arabian Sea heading east, and the right side of the plane faces south toward Mumbai's coastline. You get a clear view of Mahim Bay, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the dense southern Mumbai skyline before touchdown.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International?

The best window seat landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Bombay (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.