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DOH β LCA
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a breathtaking sequence of landmarks, featuring the iconic Doha skyline, the vast Arabian desert, and the geographically unique Dead Sea before crossing the Mediterranean coast.
Doha West Bay
Immediately after takeoff, witness the futuristic skyscrapers of Doha and the expansive Lusail development.
An-Nafud Desert
View the massive red sand dunes of the northern Arabian Peninsula as the aircraft transits Saudi airspace.
The Dead Sea
Look down at the turquoise waters and white salt crusts of the world's lowest point on land.
Levantine Coast
Spot the dense urban corridors of Tel Aviv and Beirut as the flight path transitions from land to sea.
Lebanon Mountains
On clear days, the rugged peaks of the Mount Lebanon range provide a dramatic backdrop to the coastline.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. On evening flights, this side provides spectacular sunset views over the Mediterranean Sea during the final approach into Larnaca.
The Pearl-Qatar
A perfect bird's-eye view of the man-made island's intricate oyster-shaped design near the Doha coast.
Persian Gulf Horizon
Observe the transition from the shallow emerald waters of the Gulf to the deep blue of the open sea.
Mesopotamian Basin
Distant views of the historic plains of Iraq and the winding path of the Euphrates River to the north.
Karpas Peninsula
See the narrow, finger-like panhandle of northern Cyprus as the aircraft maneuvers for its landing pattern.
Hala Sultan Tekke
During the final seconds of descent, look for this historic mosque situated on the edge of the Larnaca Salt Lake.
The right side is ideal for capturing the northern coastline of Cyprus. For photographers, this side typically offers better lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun is positioned on the opposite side of the aircraft.
Distance: 2,028 km (1,260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 42 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Route Type: International
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