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DAR β DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Julius Nyerere International Airport (Dar Es Salaam) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of coastal geography, including the Zanzibar archipelago, and the stunning desert landscapes of the Arabian Peninsula.
Zanzibar Archipelago
Aerial views of Unguja and Pemba islands with their distinctive coral reefs and turquoise lagoons shortly after departure.
Somali Coastline
A long stretch of the Horn of Africa featuring the rugged coastal plains and the city of Mogadishu.
Rub' al Khali
The 'Empty Quarter' presents a vast, mesmerizing sea of orange longitudinal sand dunes across the Arabian Peninsula.
Doha Approach
On the final descent, views of the Qatari desert merging into the industrial outskirts and southern Doha suburbs.
On morning flights, the left side avoids the harshest glare of the rising sun. Keep your camera ready within the first 20 minutes for Zanzibar. The desert geometry is best photographed around midday when shadows define the dune ridges.
Indian Ocean
Expansive views of the deep blue Indian Ocean and major shipping lanes heading toward the Gulf of Aden.
Al Hajar Mountains
The dramatic, jagged limestone peaks of the Hajar range visible as the flight traverses the eastern edge of Arabia.
Persian Gulf
The bright green-blue waters of the Gulf, often dotted with tankers and offshore oil platforms nearing Qatar.
The Pearl-Qatar
Depending on the landing pattern, you may see the man-made island and the futuristic Lusail skyline.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to witness the sky change colors over the Gulf. If the flight approaches Hamad International from the north, this side offers the best view of the iconic West Bay skyline and the World Cup stadiums.
Distance: 3,819 km (2,373 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 30 min
Departure: DAR (-6.87811, 39.202599)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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