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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular views of the Pearl-Qatar at takeoff and the intricate waterways of the Shatt al-Arab delta upon arrival.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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The Pearl-Qatar

An aerial view of the man-made island's unique Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas.

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Persian Gulf Platforms

Active oil and gas rigs dotting the turquoise waters of the northern Gulf.

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Bubiyan Island

Kuwait's largest island, featuring a network of coastal lagoons and salt marshes.

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Shatt al-Arab Delta

The historic confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers winding through date palm groves.

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Mesopotamian Marshes

The fringes of the Al-Hammar Marshes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, visible during the final approach.

The right side is superior for the arrival phase into Basrah. Morning flights provide the most vibrant colors of the Shatt al-Arab river. Keep a lookout for the dense date palm forests that line the riverbanks, which are a signature of the region's geography.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Doha Skyline

Panoramic views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the Lusail development immediately after departure.

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Jubail Industrial City

The massive industrial complex and port infrastructure of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province.

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Kuwait City

The iconic Kuwait Towers and the dense urban landscape of the capital as you track north.

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Khor Al Zubair

Iraq's primary deep-water port and industrial zone visible during the initial descent.

Sit on the left for the best views of the Saudi and Kuwaiti coastlines. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, providing clear lighting for the urban skylines without glare.

Top Activities in Basrah
Route Information

Distance: 703 km (437 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)

Arrival: BSR (30.54910087585449, 47.66210174560547)

Route Type: International

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