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ICN → KTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Incheon International Airport (Seoul) to Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a legendary panorama of the Himalayan range, including a direct view of Mount Everest, as the flight approaches Kathmandu from the east.
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Tibetan Plateau
The vast, high-altitude landscape known as the Roof of the World, featuring turquoise lakes and snow peaks.
Mount Everest
The world's highest peak becomes visible as the plane nears the Nepal-China border.
Himalayan Giants
A continuous chain of 8,000-meter peaks including Lhotse and Makalu.
Northern Arid Zones
Unique views of the high-altitude desert landscapes of the western Chinese provinces.
Kathmandu Valley
A final bird's-eye view of the historic city and its surrounding terraced agriculture.
The Himalayan views typically appear in the final hour of flight. Book a window seat on the right and opt for a morning departure for the clearest air and best lighting for photography. Avoid sitting directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the mountains against the horizon.
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Yellow Sea Coastline
Scenic views of the coastline where South Korea meets the sea shortly after takeoff.
Yangtze River Delta
Aerial perspective of the massive urban development and river networks of East China.
Sichuan Basin
The lush, fertile, and often mist-covered green landscapes of central-south China.
Mahabharat Range
The beautiful terraced hills and lower mountains of Nepal visible during the final descent.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is ideal for seeing the transition from urban China to the lush, green foothills of the Himalayas. Visibility is most reliable during the post-monsoon months of October and November.
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Get eSIMs for NepalDistance: 3,966 km (2,464 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 40 min
Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Arrival: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Route Type: International
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