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AUH → KTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the undisputed winner for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Great Himalayan Range during the descent into Kathmandu, including views of several 8,000-meter peaks.
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Abu Dhabi Skyline
Views of the UAE capital's skyscrapers and the mangroves immediately after takeoff from AUH.
Thar Desert
Crossing the border from Pakistan into India offers views of the vast desert dunes and arid landscapes.
Indus River
The winding silver thread of the Indus River as it flows through the Sindh province of Pakistan.
The Himalayas
A panoramic view of the world's highest peaks, including Dhaulagiri and Annapurna, upon entering Nepal.
Mount Everest
On clear days, the tip of Everest is visible to the far northeast as the plane approaches the Kathmandu Valley.
Book a window seat on the left (Seat A) for a morning flight to catch the sun illuminating the Himalayas. The most spectacular views occur in the final 45 minutes of the flight. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through atmospheric haze over the North Indian plains. Ensure you are seated well ahead or behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the mountain peaks.
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Al Hajar Mountains
Rugged limestone peaks of the UAE and Oman shortly after departure from the coast.
Gulf of Oman
The transition from the desert coast to the deep blue of the Arabian Sea as the flight moves east.
Ganges River Plains
The lush green agricultural heartland of North India dotted with dense urban centers.
Kathmandu Valley
A detailed view of the valley's southern hills and terraced farming as the plane descends into the bowl.
While less dramatic than the left, the right side offers better views of the rugged Al Hajar mountains early in the flight and avoids direct sun glare during morning departures from Abu Dhabi. During the final approach, this side provides an intimate look at the terraced hillsides and rural villages surrounding the Kathmandu Valley.
Book Hotels in KathmanduDistance: 3,081 km (1,914 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Route Type: International
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