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DEL → KBL
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Hamid Karzai International Airport (Kabul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Indo-Gangetic plains to the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Hindu Kush mountains.
Distant Himalayas
On clear mornings, the massive snow-capped peaks of the Great Himalayas are visible to the north.
The Salt Range
A unique geological hill system in Pakistan known for its extensive salt deposits and rugged terrain.
Potohar Plateau
The high-altitude plateau region featuring undulating landscapes and deep canyons.
Hindu Kush Peaks
The main attraction featuring sharp, jagged peaks reaching over 7,000 meters as you enter Afghan airspace.
Kabul River Valley
The narrow, winding river valley that guides the final descent into the Kabul basin.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Try to book a morning flight to catch the sun illuminating the Hindu Kush peaks from the east. In winter, the entire landscape turns into a stark white alpine wonderland, offering incredible high-contrast photography opportunities during the descent.
Punjab Plains
The lush, green agricultural heartland of the Indian subcontinent stretching across the border.
Lahore Cityscape
Aerial views of the historic 'Walled City' and its sprawling modern suburbs in Pakistan.
Thar Desert Fringe
On clear days, the distant golden hues of the desert are visible to the far south.
Indus River Basin
The massive, meandering veins of the Indus river system as it flows toward the Arabian Sea.
Safed Koh Range
The 'White Mountains' forming a natural limestone wall along the border of Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Sit on the left for better views of the urban sprawl of Lahore and the expansive agricultural patterns of the Punjab region. This side is typically shielded from the harshest direct sunlight during afternoon flights heading west, reducing glare for photography.
Distance: 1,001 km (622 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: KBL (34.565899, 69.212303)
Route Type: International
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