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JFK → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from John F Kennedy International Airport (New York) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Greenland ice cap and usually provides the most dramatic views of the Doha skyline upon arrival.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
Witness the massive glaciers and deep fjords of the world's largest island from a high-altitude perspective.
Caucasus Mountains
Breathtaking views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks separating Europe and Asia.
The Caspian Sea
The vast expanse of the world's largest inland body of water appearing as a deep blue mirror.
West Bay Skyline
A stunning view of Doha's futuristic skyscrapers and the Pearl-Qatar during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis during winter months over the North Atlantic. Keep your window shade open approximately 4-5 hours into the flight to catch the Greenland glaciers. During the descent into DOH, the left side typically offers a panoramic view of the city's modern architecture if the flight path approaches from the north.
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New York City
Iconic views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty immediately after takeoff from JFK.
Central Europe
A bird's eye view of the dense urban networks and historic river valleys of Europe.
Mesopotamian Rivers
The historic Tigris and Euphrates rivers carving through the landscape of the Fertile Crescent.
Arabian Desert
Vast, undulating sand dunes and remote desert outposts as you enter Qatari airspace.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset over the Atlantic if departing in the late afternoon. As you cross into the Middle East, look out for the intricate patterns of the Mesopotamian river systems. If landing during the day, the stark contrast of the desert meeting the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf is most visible from this side.
Book Hotels in DohaDistance: 10,769 km (6,692 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 hrs 40 min
Departure: JFK (40.63980103, -73.77890015)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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