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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic mountain ranges on the planet, including the snow-capped Caucasus and the rugged Hindu Kush as you approach Pakistan.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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The Eastern Alps

Spectacular views of the Austrian and Swiss alpine peaks shortly after departure from Paris.

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Carpathian Mountains

Dense forests and jagged ridges stretching across Romania and Central Europe.

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Northern Black Sea

Vast blue expanses contrasted against the coastlines of Eastern Europe.

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Caucasus Mountains

Towering, glaciated peaks separating Europe and Asia, often including views of Mount Elbrus.

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Caspian Sea

The world's largest inland sea with its unique turquoise and deep blue coastal gradients.

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Hindu Kush Range

Stunning high-altitude views of the Afghan-Pakistan border peaks during the final hours of flight.

This flight typically departs Paris in the evening and arrives in Lahore in the morning. Choose the left side to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Caspian Sea or the Hindu Kush mountains. During the winter months, ensure your window is clear of frost to capture the sharp contrast of the snowy peaks against the morning light.

Right Side Highlights
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Parisian Outskirts

Aerial views of the French countryside and the urban sprawl of the Ile-de-France region.

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Balkan Landscapes

The rolling hills and ancient settlements across Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula.

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Anatolian Plateau

The unique, sun-scorched orange and brown textures of central Turkey's highlands.

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Zagros Mountains

Incredible folded rock formations and desert valleys visible while transiting Iranian airspace.

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Indus River Basin

The lush, green agricultural heartland of Punjab visible during the descent into Lahore.

The right side is excellent for observing the intricate geological patterns of the Iranian plateau. Since this is an eastbound flight, the sun will be on your side during the latter half of the journey; keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare while still enjoying the desert textures below. Look out for the winding Indus River as you begin your initial descent.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,153 km (3,823 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 14 min

Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)

Arrival: LHE (31.5216007232666, 74.40360260009766)

Route Type: International

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