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DOH → ISB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to New Islamabad International Airport (Islamabad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent view of rugged landforms, including the salt domes of the Iranian coast and the dramatic transition from the Makran mountains to the Himalayan foothills.
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Doha Skyline
Aerial views of The Pearl-Qatar and Lusail City immediately after takeoff from DOH.
Iranian Coastal Mountains
Stunning geological formations and salt domes along the rugged coast of Hormozgan province.
Makran Coastal Range
Unique, moon-like 'mud volcano' terrain and sharp ridges along the southwestern coast of Pakistan.
Margalla Hills
The lush green foothills of the Himalayas that frame the capital city of Islamabad during approach.
New Islamabad Airport
A clear view of the modern 'Y-shaped' terminal building during the final banking turns.
For day flights, the left side avoids the harshest southern sun glare. On morning departures, the lighting highlights the textures of the Balochistan mountains perfectly. Sit forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Iranian coastline's intricate sedimentary layers.
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Strait of Hormuz
A bird's-eye view of the world's most strategic maritime chokepoint and its heavy tanker traffic.
Gwadar Peninsula
The distinct hammerhead-shaped peninsula and deep-sea port jutting into the Arabian Sea.
Indus River Meanders
The massive, winding Indus River carving through the fertile plains of Sindh and Punjab.
Punjab Farmlands
A vast geometric mosaic of green and gold agricultural plots during the mid-flight transit.
Potohar Plateau
The ancient, eroded landscapes and reddish soil characteristic of the region surrounding Islamabad.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Arabian Sea. Keep an eye out for the Indus River during the middle of the flight; its silver reflection is most visible from this side during the midday sun. Seasonal dust or haze in the Punjab plains may occasionally obscure ground details in summer.
Book Hotels in IslamabadDistance: 2,249 km (1,397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: ISB (33.560713, 72.851613)
Route Type: International
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