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KTM → AUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Himalayan range immediately after takeoff, followed by the rugged Makran coastline and the deep blue waters of the Persian Gulf.
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The Himalayas
Incredible views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massifs shortly after departing Kathmandu's airspace.
Hindu Kush & Karakoram
In the distance to the north, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Pakistani mountain ranges are visible on clear days.
Makran Coastal Range
Witness the surreal, moon-like rock formations and jagged ridges along the coast of Balochistan.
Strait of Hormuz
Spot massive tankers navigating the narrow entrance to the Persian Gulf near the Musandam Peninsula.
Saadiyat Island
Exquisite views of the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the developing cultural district just before touching down.
The first 30-45 minutes are critical for the Himalayan views; book a morning flight (8 AM - 11 AM) for the clearest skies before midday clouds form over the peaks. Keep your camera ready immediately after the landing gear retracts. Ensure your window is clean, as the contrast between the white snow and blue sky is sharp.
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Ganges River Basin
View the sprawling, fertile plains of Northern India and the winding silver ribbons of the Ganges tributaries.
Thar Desert
The landscape shifts into the golden hues and undulating sand dunes of the Great Indian Desert in Rajasthan.
Karachi Coastline
As the plane leaves the subcontinent, catch a glimpse of the sprawling urban density of Karachi meeting the Arabian Sea.
Abu Dhabi Islands
On final approach, view the unique turquoise waters, mangrove forests, and the Yas Island circuit.
Choose the left side for sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. It provides a softer light over the Indian plains. During the landing in Abu Dhabi, this side often sees the outskirts of the city and the industrial ports of Khalifa and Musaffah.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 3,081 km (1,914 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min
Departure: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Arrival: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Route Type: International
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