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DOH → BSR
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Basrah International Airport (Basrah)?
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.
The Pearl-Qatar
An aerial view of the man-made island's unique Mediterranean-style yacht-lined marinas.
Persian Gulf Platforms
Active oil and gas rigs dotting the turquoise waters of the northern Gulf.
Bubiyan Island
Kuwait's largest island, featuring a network of coastal lagoons and salt marshes.
Shatt al-Arab Delta
The historic confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers winding through date palm groves.
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.
Doha Skyline
Panoramic views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the Lusail development immediately after departure.
Jubail Industrial City
The massive industrial complex and port infrastructure of Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province.
Kuwait City
The iconic Kuwait Towers and the dense urban landscape of the capital as you track north.
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.
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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