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KTM → DWC
Which side of the plane to sit from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a world-class viewing experience of the Himalayan mountain range shortly after takeoff from Kathmandu, followed by dramatic desert and mountain scenery as you approach the UAE.
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Himalayan Giants
Unrivaled views of the Annapurna, Manaslu, and Dhaulagiri massifs shortly after departure.
Indus River Basin
The massive, braided channels of the Indus River flowing through the Sindh region.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, dark limestone peaks forming the border between Oman and the UAE.
Palm Jebel Ali
The distinct palm-tree shaped artificial island visible during the descent into DWC.
Dubai South
The massive logistics city and the futuristic Expo 2020 site surrounding the airport.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers; book a window seat away from the wing for the best photos of the Himalayas. For morning flights (departing 8-11 AM), the sun will be on the left, providing the perfect lighting for the peaks on the right side without glare.
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Kathmandu Valley
Aerial view of the sprawling capital and the surrounding lush green hills during the initial climb.
Gangetic Plains
The vast, flat agricultural heartland of Northern India and the winding Yamuna River.
Thar Desert
The arid landscapes and golden sand dunes of Rajasthan and eastern Pakistan.
Arabian Coastline
The transition from the rugged Pakistani coast into the turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea.
Jebel Ali Port
One of the world's largest man-made harbors and a major industrial hub of the UAE.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch a spectacular sunset over the Arabian Sea. During night flights, look for the massive urban light clusters of New Delhi and Karachi as you pass south of these major cities.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 3,019 km (1,876 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 33 min
Departure: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Arrival: DWC (24.896356, 55.161389)
Route Type: International
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