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KTM → DAC
Which side of the plane to sit from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers one of the most spectacular aerial views in the world, featuring the highest peaks of the Himalayan range shortly after takeoff from Kathmandu.
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Mount Everest & Lhotse
The world's highest peak and its neighbor Lhotse are visible to the north shortly after takeoff, provided the weather is clear.
Mount Makalu
Spot the fifth highest mountain in the world, recognizable by its distinct four-sided pyramid shape.
Kanchenjunga Massif
As the flight progresses east, the massive Kanchenjunga range on the Nepal-India border comes into view.
Mahalangur Himal
A continuous chain of snow-capped peaks stretching across the horizon, offering a true top-of-the-world perspective.
Eastern Nepal Highlands
The rugged green foothills and deep valleys that transition from the high peaks to the plains below.
Book an early morning flight (before 9:00 AM) to maximize the chance of seeing the peaks before afternoon clouds roll in. Sit in the front or rear of the cabin to ensure the wing doesn't obstruct your view of the mountains. During the winter months, the air is much clearer, providing sharper visibility of the Everest range.
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Kathmandu Valley
A panoramic view of the ancient city and its surrounding bowl-shaped hills immediately after departure.
The Terai Plains
Observe the flat, fertile agricultural heartland of southern Nepal and northern India.
Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta
The intricate network of rivers and silt-rich islands as you enter Bangladeshi airspace.
Jamuna River
The massive, braided channels of the Jamuna River as it flows south toward the Bay of Bengal.
Dhaka Urban Sprawl
The incredibly dense and vibrant urban landscape of Dhaka during the final approach into DAC.
The right side is ideal for observing the unique geography of the river deltas and the transition from the Himalayas to the tropics. This side often provides better views of the sunset if you are flying in the late afternoon. Watch for the 'chars' (river islands) that shift and change shape in the massive Bangladeshi river systems during the descent.
Book Hotels in DhakaDistance: 662 km (411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Arrival: DAC (23.843347, 90.397783)
Route Type: International
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