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KRT → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Khartoum International Airport (Khartoum) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Nile confluence at takeoff and provides the superior angle for the Doha skyline and West Bay skyscrapers upon arrival.
Nile Confluence
The historic meeting point where the White Nile and Blue Nile merge into one river in central Khartoum.
Red Sea Hills
Rugged, arid mountain ranges in eastern Sudan featuring dramatic volcanic formations and deep wadis.
Red Sea Crossing
Stunning vistas of the deep blue water contrasting with the bright turquoise reefs near the Saudi coastline.
Ad-Dahna Desert
High-altitude views of the narrow strip of reddish sand dunes that connects the great northern and southern deserts.
Doha West Bay
A perfect panoramic view of the futuristic skyscraper cluster as the plane turns for its final approach.
Sit on the left for daytime flights to avoid the harsh southern sun and minimize glare for photography. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from KRT for the Nile view, and watch for the dramatic shift in landscape from the Sudanese desert to the Red Sea. On arrival, this side typically offers the best view of the Lusail and West Bay areas.
Blue Nile Path
The winding, fertile banks of the Blue Nile as it snakes its way south toward the Ethiopian Highlands.
Barrier Reefs
Intricate coral systems and small uninhabited islands visible along the eastern shores of the Red Sea.
Oil Infrastructure
Sprawling industrial complexes and bright gas flares visible across Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province.
The Pearl-Qatar
The distinct geometric shape of the man-made pearl-shaped island during the descent into Doha.
Lusail Stadium
The massive, gold-colored iconic stadium visible if the flight path approaches Hamad International from the north.
Choose the right side if you are flying at night, as the gas flares and industrial lights of the Saudi oil fields provide a unique light show. During the day, this side offers an excellent perspective of the man-made islands in Qatar. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for most of the eastbound journey, so keep your window shade down when not viewing features.
Distance: 2,255 km (1,401 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: KRT (15.589500427246096, 32.55319976806641)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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