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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the lifeline of Pakistan, the Indus River, providing a stunning contrast between blue waters and the lush green agricultural plains of Punjab and Sindh.

Right Side Highlights
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Karachi Urban Vista

A panoramic view of Pakistan's largest city and the industrial zones stretching north from the coast.

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Indus River Meanders

The river creates hypnotic, snake-like patterns across the landscape, especially visible as the flight traverses upper Sindh.

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Punjab Farmland Mosaic

An intricate patchwork of emerald green and golden yellow fields, showcasing the intense irrigation systems of the region.

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Barrages and Bridges

Keep an eye out for massive irrigation structures like the Guddu or Sukkur Barrages that span the wide riverbed.

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Rural Settlements

Densely packed, sun-baked mud-brick villages that have remained largely unchanged in layout for centuries.

The right side is superior for river viewing. For the best clarity, choose a seat behind the wing to see the river's full width. In winter months, flights often encounter morning fog over the Indus, which can obscure views but creates a mystical 'sea of clouds' effect. Use polarizing sunglasses to cut through the haze often present over the plains.

Left Side Highlights
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Hub Lake and Dam

Visible shortly after takeoff from Karachi, this massive reservoir provides a striking blue contrast to the arid surroundings.

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Kirthar Mountain Range

Dramatic limestone ridges forming a natural border between Sindh and Balochistan, offering rugged, saw-toothed geological formations.

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Arid Wastelands

Stark and beautiful desert plateaus that showcase the unique topography of the western Indus basin.

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Sulaiman Range Foothills

As the flight nears Dera Ghazi Khan, the northern reaches of the Sulaiman mountains appear with their distinct folded layers.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the sharp transition from the Indus plains to the rugged Balochistan plateau. The Kirthar range is most impressive during the golden hour when the shadows emphasize the deep canyons and ridges.

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Route Information

Distance: 651 km (405 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 5 min

Departure: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)

Arrival: DEA (29.961000442504886, 70.48590087890625)

Route Type: Domestic

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