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DOH → PHL
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Philadelphia International Airport (Philadelphia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular, glare-free views of the Greenland ice cap and the rugged coastlines of Newfoundland, benefitting from the northern tracking of the Great Circle route.
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Black Sea Coast
Stunning views of the deep blue water meeting the northern Turkish coastline.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Unrivaled views of massive glaciers, deep fjords, and the vast white expanse of the Arctic interior.
Newfoundland Coast
The jagged, rocky coastline of eastern Canada, often dotted with icebergs in late spring.
Delaware River
A perfect view of the shipping channels and bridges connecting New Jersey and Pennsylvania during final approach.
Center City Philly
If landing on Runway 27R, look for the iconic Philadelphia skyline including the Comcast Center and One Liberty Place.
The right side is the 'cool' side of the aircraft, literally and figuratively. By facing north, you avoid the harsh sun, making it ideal for photographing the Greenland ice sheet which is the highlight of this route. Watch for icebergs off the coast of Newfoundland roughly 10-11 hours into the flight. For the best arrival views, sit on the right to catch the downtown skyline if the plane approaches from the east.
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Kuwait City Skyline
Clear views of the Kuwait Towers and the Persian Gulf coastline shortly after departure from Doha.
Taurus Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of southern Turkey provide a dramatic landscape during the first quarter of the flight.
Central European Vistas
Bird's-eye views of the sprawling urban landscapes of Poland and northern Germany.
US East Coast
Distant views of the Atlantic coastline and the bright lights of the Northeast Corridor during the descent.
South Philadelphia
Depending on the wind, views of the sports complex and the naval yard just before touchdown.
The left side will experience direct sunlight for the majority of this westbound daylight flight. Keep your window shade partially closed to manage heat and glare, but open it as you cross the US border for views of the New Jersey shoreline. Seats behind the wing are best to avoid engine heat haze during the descent into PHL.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 10,919 km (6,785 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 51 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: PHL (39.87189865112305, -75.24109649658203)
Route Type: International
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