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DOHGVA

Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the High Alps and the iconic Mont Blanc during the descent into Geneva, along with the most scenic perspective of Lake Geneva's southern shore.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Doha Skyline

Dramatic views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the Corniche shortly after takeoff from Hamad International.

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Arabian Desert

Vast, rolling sand dunes and arid landscapes across Saudi Arabia and the Iraqi border region.

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Taurus Mountains

Rugged, snow-dusted peaks of southern Turkey as the flight path crosses toward the Mediterranean.

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Adriatic Coast

Distant glimpses of the turquoise Croatian coastline and the Balkan Peninsula's mountainous terrain.

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The Swiss Alps

Magnificent panoramic views of the high peaks as the aircraft crosses into Swiss airspace.

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Mont Blanc

The highest peak in the Alps is often visible to the south during the final approach into Geneva.

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Lake Geneva

A stunning view of the crescent-shaped lake and the Jet d'Eau fountain just before touchdown.

Choose the left side for the 'Alps Finale.' On a clear day, the approach into GVA from the northeast provides a front-row seat to Mont Blanc. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you or overhead, illuminating the mountains perfectly without glare.

Right Side Highlights
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The Pearl-Qatar

An aerial view of the intricate man-made island structures and luxury marinas near Doha.

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Euphrates River

The winding historical waterways of Mesopotamia cutting through the desert landscape.

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Anatolian Plateau

The high-altitude plains and dramatic volcanic topography of central Turkey.

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Carpathian Mountains

Dense forests and ridges visible as the flight traverses Eastern Europe toward the west.

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Jura Mountains

The rolling, tree-covered ridges that define the border between Switzerland and France.

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Lausanne & Swiss Riviera

Views of the northern shore of Lake Geneva, including vineyards and lakeside cities.

The right side is excellent for seeing the Pearl-Qatar during departure. During the mid-flight, it offers better views of the Black Sea coast in the distance. On descent, you'll see the Jura mountains, which are beautiful but less dramatic than the high Alps visible from the left.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,636 km (2,881 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 27 min

Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)

Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)

Route Type: International

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