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DOH → SAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Sarawat mountain range and the iconic gingerbread-style architecture of Sana'a as you descend into the high-altitude valley.
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Gulf of Salwa
The distinct turquoise waters and salt flats separating the Qatari peninsula from the Saudi Arabian mainland.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The striking red sand corridors of central Saudi Arabia that connect the great northern and southern deserts.
Sarawat Mountains
Breathtaking views of the high-altitude peaks rising over 3,000 meters as you enter Yemeni airspace.
Sana'a Old City
During the final approach, look for the unique multi-story 'gingerbread' houses and ancient minarets of the capital.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, providing a golden hour view of the Yemeni mountains. On descent, keep your camera ready for Jabal An-Nabi Shu'ayb, the highest peak in the Arabian Peninsula, often visible to the west of the flight path.
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Doha Skyline
Clear views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the Pearl-Qatar immediately after takeoff from Hamad International.
Rub' al Khali
The vast, rolling orange dunes of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest contiguous sand desert.
Eastern Highlands
The rugged, arid plateaus and deep wadis of eastern Yemen as the aircraft transitions from desert to mountainous terrain.
Choose this side for early morning flights to watch the sunrise over the Persian Gulf and the shifting colors of the Empty Quarter dunes. It is generally quieter for photography as it faces away from the direct afternoon sun.
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Get eSIMs for YemenDistance: 1,333 km (828 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Route Type: International
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