Jun 2, 2024, 06:13 PM IST

Most turbulent flight routes in world

Pravrajya Suruchi

Santiago (SCL) - Santa Cruz (VVI), Bolivia: This route above the Andes mountains is notorious for experiencing mountain wave turbulence, especially during the winter months.

Almaty (ALA), Kazakhstan - Bishkek (FRU), Kyrgyzstan: The mountainous terrain between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan creates unpredictable air currents that can cause turbulence.

Lanzhou (LHW), China - Chengdu (CTU), China: This route is known for experiencing jet stream turbulence, which can be particularly strong at high altitudes.

Centrair (NGO), Japan - Sendai (SDJ), Japan: The air currents around Japan can be quite strong, especially during the typhoon season, leading to turbulence.

Milan (MXP), Italy - Geneva (GVA), Switzerland: The route between Milan and Geneva traverses the Alps, another mountainous region known for causing turbulence.

Osaka (KIX), Japan - Sendai (SDJ), Japan: Another route within Japan that experiences turbulence due to air current activity.

Xianyang (XIY), China - Chongqing (CKG), China: The mountainous terrain between Xianyang and Chongqing contributes to turbulence along this route.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports