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IAH → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (Houston) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its superior views of the US East Coast at night, the diverse topography of the Middle East, and the iconic Doha skyline during the arrival sequence.
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US Eastern Seaboard
The sparkling night lights of major hubs like New York and Boston shortly after the initial climb.
Anatolian Plateau
The rugged, arid landscapes and high-altitude lakes of central Turkey during the daylight hours.
Mesopotamian Rivers
The historic Tigris and Euphrates rivers winding through the plains of Iraq toward the Persian Gulf.
The Pearl-Qatar
Clear views of the man-made island and its distinctive circular architecture on the final approach.
West Bay Skyline
A panoramic view of Doha’s modern skyscrapers and the Corniche as the plane lines up for landing.
Request a seat on the right for the best landing views. Depending on the wind, the approach into DOH often circles the city, providing a 'postcard' view of the skyline. Landmarks like the National Museum of Qatar are frequently visible from this side.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
On more northerly routes, witness the massive glaciers and deep blue meltwater lakes of the Arctic.
The North Sea
Vast views of maritime shipping lanes and offshore wind farms as you approach the European continent.
Alborz Mountains
Dramatic, snow-capped peaks in Northern Iran visible during the descent phase of the journey.
Trans-Atlantic Sunrise
A stunning high-altitude sunrise usually occurring as the flight crosses from the ocean into European airspace.
The left side is optimal for catching the Aurora Borealis during winter months while crossing the North Atlantic. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid waking others, as the sun rises quickly while flying East.
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Get eSIMs for QatarDistance: 12,933 km (8,036 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 hrs 13 min
Departure: IAH (29.98439979553223, -95.34140014648438)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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