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DOH → LXR
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Luxor International Airport (Luxor)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Doha skyline and The Pearl on departure, followed by spectacular volcanic landscapes in Saudi Arabia and a clearer view of the Karnak Temple complex upon arrival in Luxor.
Doha West Bay
Stunning aerial views of the Lusail Stadium, The Pearl-Qatar, and the futuristic skyscraper cluster of West Bay.
Harrat Khaybar
Pass over ancient black volcanic fields and cinder cones in the Saudi Arabian interior.
Red Sea Islands
Aerial views of the crystal-clear waters and small islands near the Egyptian coast before making landfall.
Eastern Desert Ranges
Jagged, prehistoric-looking mountain peaks that characterize the wilderness between the Red Sea and the Nile.
Karnak Temple Complex
The world's largest religious ancient site is often visible on the right side during the final approach path into Luxor.
For morning flights, the right side avoids direct sun glare. Look out for the massive volcanic fields in Saudi Arabia halfway through the flight, which are a rare and surprising geographic feature. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Red Sea for the best water color contrast.
Sealine and Khor Al Adaid
View of the Qatari 'Inland Sea' where massive dunes meet the Persian Gulf shortly after takeoff.
Rub' al Khali Edges
The northern fringes of the Empty Quarter, showing rolling orange sand dunes across central Saudi Arabia.
Southern Red Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Red Sea and the coral-fringed coastline near Port Safaga.
The Nile Ribbon
The stark, razor-sharp boundary where the lush green vegetation of the Nile Valley meets the arid Eastern Desert.
Luxor Temple
Located right in the heart of the city, this illuminated temple is often visible during the final banking maneuvers.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Egyptian desert. This side provides an excellent perspective of the southern Nile irrigation systems as the plane descends into Luxor International.
Distance: 1,896 km (1,178 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: LXR (25.671, 32.7066)
Route Type: International
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