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DOH → HKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Hong Kong International Airport (Hong Kong)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Pearl-Qatar during takeoff, the potential for distant Himalayan silhouettes over the Indian subcontinent, and the most iconic views of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and the Lantau coastline during the final approach.
Doha & The Pearl
Uninterrupted views of the Pearl-Qatar and the Lusail skyline shortly after departure from Hamad International.
Distant Himalayas
On extremely clear days, the distant northern horizon over India may reveal the faint silhouettes of the high Himalayan peaks.
Indo-Burman Ranges
Rugged, densely forested mountain ridges along the border of India and Myanmar.
HK-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
A spectacular aerial view of the world's longest sea-crossing bridge during the descent into HKG.
Lantau Peak
Close-up views of the mountainous terrain of Lantau Island and the Big Buddha statue if the approach path allows.
Select a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Doha skyline at night. For the Hong Kong arrival, the left side is usually preferred for seeing the city's unique geography and massive infrastructure projects. If the flight is during the day, the glare will be less intense on this side while flying eastbound.
Hajar Mountains
Dramatic, barren mountain landscapes of Oman and the UAE as the flight crosses into the Gulf of Oman.
Deccan Plateau
The intricate mosaic of agricultural fields and river systems across central and southern India.
Bay of Bengal
Vast oceanic expanses often featuring impressive towering cumulus cloud formations during monsoon seasons.
Vietnam Coastline
The scenic transition from land to the South China Sea near the central coast of Vietnam.
South China Sea Shipping
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers anchored or in transit, appearing like tiny dots on the deep blue water.
The right side offers great views of the Arabian Peninsula's rugged coast. During sunrise on overnight flights, this side will be very bright, so keep the window shade down if you plan to sleep. For the landing in Hong Kong, you may see the outlying islands like Lamma or the southern part of Hong Kong Island if the wind is from the west.
Distance: 6,291 km (3,909 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 24 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: HKG (22.308901, 113.915001)
Route Type: International
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