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DOH → KTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers one of the most spectacular aerial views in the world as it provides a front-row seat to the Himalayan mountain range during the final approach into Nepal.
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Doha Skyline
Detailed views of West Bay skyscrapers and The Pearl-Qatar shortly after takeoff from Hamad International.
Persian Gulf
Emerald green coastal waters and artificial islands along the Qatari and UAE coastlines.
Thar Desert
The vast, undulating orange dunes of the Great Indian Desert as the flight crosses into Rajasthan.
Annapurna Range
Stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna Massif including the iconic Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) peak.
Manaslu
Clear visibility of the world's eighth-highest mountain, standing at 8,163 meters above sea level.
Ganesh Himal
A group of prominent peaks that appear very close as the aircraft begins its final descent into the Kathmandu Valley.
This side is essential for Himalayan enthusiasts. Ensure you book a window seat well ahead of the wing (Rows 1-12) or behind it (Row 28+) for unobstructed photos. The best views occur in the final 45-60 minutes of the flight. Morning flights (departing Doha around 01:00-03:00) arrive in KTM during early morning light, offering the clearest, crispest mountain views before afternoon clouds gather.
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Gulf of Oman
Views of the deep blue waters and heavy maritime traffic entering the Strait of Hormuz.
Delhi Metropolitan Area
The massive urban expanse of India's capital is often visible during the mid-flight transit.
Indo-Gangetic Plain
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and the winding paths of the Ganges tributaries.
Mahabharat Range
The lush, green 'Lesser Himalayas' that serve as the southern gateway to the Kathmandu Valley.
Kathmandu Valley
Aerial views of the densely packed city and ancient settlements during the final banking turn.
While the right side misses the high Himalayan peaks, it offers better views of the Indian landscape and avoids direct sun glare on morning flights. During the final approach, the aircraft often performs a circular holding pattern or a southern turn, which can briefly offer right-side passengers a glimpse of the valley floor and the surrounding hills. It is a quieter view but still geographically interesting.
Book Hotels in KathmanduDistance: 3,360 km (2,088 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Route Type: International
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