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CCU → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Western Ghats mountain range when exiting the Indian subcontinent and typically provides the most iconic views of the Doha skyline and West Bay during the final approach into Hamad International Airport.
Kolkata Cityscape
Bird's-eye view of the Hooghly River, Howrah Bridge, and the dense urban sprawl of Kolkata immediately after takeoff.
Western Ghats
Dramatic views of the lush, green escarpments and peaks of the Sahyadri range as you cross the Indian coastline.
Arabian Sea Crossing
A vast blue expanse that often reveals busy international shipping lanes with massive cargo ships visible from high altitude.
Dubai Coastline
Possible distant sightings of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah if the flight path tracks slightly south toward the UAE.
The Pearl-Qatar
A stunning view of the man-made island's yacht-lined marinas and luxury towers during the descent into Doha.
West Bay Skyline
Unmatched views of Doha's futuristic skyscrapers and the Corniche promenade during the final banking for landing.
Book a seat in front of the wing for the clearest view of the Western Ghats. For daytime flights from CCU (usually morning departures), the left side is the 'shadow side,' meaning less glare and better photography conditions over the Arabian Sea. On the approach to DOH, flights typically land facing north or south; if landing north, the left side is prime for the city skyline.
Chhota Nagpur Plateau
Rugged, forested terrain and river systems of eastern India visible shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Narmada River
The silver thread of one of India's longest rivers winding through the central plains toward the Gulf of Khambhat.
Gulf of Khambhat
The unique tidal flats and muddy estuaries of the Gujarat coast as the flight transitions from land to sea.
Makran Coastline
On clear days, the dramatic, moon-like cliffs of the Iranian and Pakistani coasts are visible far to the north.
Greater Tunb Islands
Small, strategically located islands in the Persian Gulf visible as the aircraft enters Qatari airspace.
Gas Platforms
Spot the offshore oil and gas rigs of the North Field, illuminated brightly if flying during twilight.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset if you are on an afternoon or evening flight from Kolkata. While you might miss the main Doha skyline on approach, you get a better view of the vast Qatari desert and the offshore industrial complexes. Use a polarizing filter for photos to cut through the haze often present over the Indian subcontinent.
Distance: 3,743 km (2,326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 24 min
Departure: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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