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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior mix of dramatic mountain ranges, including the Italian Apennines and the Turkish Taurus Mountains, followed by the sparkling coastline of the Persian Gulf.

Left Side Highlights
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Apennine Mountains

The rugged spine of Italy visible shortly after takeoff as the plane heads southeast.

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Balkan Peaks

View the high-altitude terrain of Albania and North Macedonia's national parks.

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Taurus Mountains

Massive, jagged limestone peaks stretching across southern Turkey with stunning vertical relief.

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Persian Gulf Shoreline

The transition from the Mesopotamian plains to the shallow turquoise waters of the Gulf.

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Kuwait City

A clear view of the Kuwait Towers and the urban expansion along the coast during the descent.

This side is best for daytime flights to capture the geological details of the Taurus range. For morning departures, the sun will be on the right, meaning the left side has the best indirect lighting for photography. During the final 30 minutes, keep your camera ready for the bright blue contrasts of the Gulf coastline.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Vesuvius

Visible in the distance near Naples if the flight path tracks slightly inland across Italy.

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Greek Islands

The southern clusters of the Aegean Sea appearing as white dots in the deep blue water.

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Cyprus

The southern coastline of Cyprus is often visible as the flight crosses the Mediterranean.

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Arabian Desert

Endless rolling sand dunes and isolated oil installations across northern Saudi Arabia.

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Doha West Bay

Depending on landing patterns, this side often sees the Pearl-Qatar and the iconic skyline.

Choose the right side if you prefer the aesthetics of the sea and desert. As you approach Doha, this side is typically favored for seeing the city's modern architecture if the wind necessitates a northern approach. On night flights, the right side often catches the glow of flare stacks from gas fields in the desert.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,039 km (2,510 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 45 min

Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)

Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)

Route Type: International

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