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DOH → CCU
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Iranian coastline upon departure and the vast, diverse landscapes of the Indian heartland, culminating in the lush Ganges delta region.
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Hormuz Strait Coastline
Dramatic views of the rugged, arid mountains of the Iranian coast across the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf.
Indus River Plains
The intricate patchwork of agricultural land and the silver thread of the Indus River as the flight crosses into South Asia.
Vindhya Range
The rolling hills and ancient plateaus of Central India, providing a textured landscape of forests and ridges.
Bengal Delta
The emerald-green landscape of West Bengal, characterized by a dense network of ponds, rivers, and rice paddies.
Kolkata Cityscape
A sprawling view of the 'City of Joy' including the Hooghly River during the final descent into CCU.
For the best experience, book a daytime flight to witness the dramatic shift from desert browns to tropical greens. During the monsoon (June-September), the left side offers incredible views of lightning storms over the Indian plains if flying at night.
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Get eSIMs for IndiaDoha Skyline
Stunning views of the West Bay skyscrapers and The Pearl-Qatar immediately after takeoff from Hamad International.
Arabian Sea Shipping Lanes
A bird's-eye view of international cargo ships and tankers traversing the deep blue expanse of the Arabian Sea.
Deccan Plateau
The vast, high-altitude volcanic plateau of southern-central India with its unique geological formations.
Mahanadi River Basin
The wide, shimmering waters of one of India's major rivers flowing through the state of Odisha.
The right side is excellent for sunset views on evening departures from Doha. As you approach Kolkata, this side often provides a better view of the Bay of Bengal's coastline if the aircraft performs a southern approach pattern.
Book Hotels in KolkataDistance: 3,743 km (2,326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 24 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: CCU (22.654699325561523, 88.44670104980469)
Route Type: International
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