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DEL → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the golden Thar Desert to the rugged Kirthar mountains, culminating in the spectacular fjords of the Musandam Peninsula and the iconic Doha skyline.
Thar Desert Dunes
Mesmerizing patterns of golden sand dunes stretching across the Rajasthan-Sindh border.
Kirthar Mountain Range
Dramatic, arid limestone ridges and folded rock formations in southern Pakistan.
Musandam Peninsula
The 'Norway of Arabia' featuring spectacular fjords and jagged cliffs meeting the turquoise sea.
Persian Gulf Oil Fields
Clusters of offshore platforms and tankers navigating the shallow, vibrant green waters.
Doha West Bay
A front-row seat to the futuristic skyscrapers, The Pearl-Qatar, and Lusail City during descent.
The right side is essential for seeing the Musandam Peninsula, one of the most unique geographic features in the region. For morning flights, keep your window shade down initially to block the sun, then open it once over the Gulf for the best light on the Doha skyline.
Delhi Metropolis
Aerial views of the sprawling NCR region and the Yamuna River immediately after departure.
Indus River Delta
The intricate network of distributaries where the Indus River flows into the Arabian Sea.
Arabian Sea Horizon
Vast expanses of deep blue ocean as the flight tracks parallel to the Pakistani coastline.
UAE Port Infrastructure
Distal views of the massive industrial developments and shipping lanes near Fujairah and Dubai.
Al Janoub Stadium
The striking Zaha Hadid-designed stadium becomes visible during the southern approach to Doha.
Choose the left side for night flights to see the glittering lights of coastal cities. During sunset flights from Delhi, this side faces south, providing a softer glow without the direct glare of the sun, making it easier to photograph the Indus Delta.
Distance: 2,549 km (1,584 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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