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KTM → DXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Dubai International Airport (Dubai)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the western Himalayan massifs shortly after takeoff and breathtaking views of the Musandam Peninsula's 'fjords' during the descent into the UAE.
Himalayan Giants
Unrivaled views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu ranges in the first 30 minutes of the flight.
Thar Desert Dunes
The orange-hued sands and arid topography of the Great Indian Desert stretching toward the horizon.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning, lunar-like geological formations and canyon structures along the southern coast of Balochistan.
Musandam Peninsula
The jagged limestone peaks of the Hajar Mountains meeting the sea in a series of dramatic inlets.
The World Islands
A clear view of the artificial archipelago and the coastline of the Northern Emirates during the final approach.
Book a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Himalayas right after takeoff. This side is significantly more scenic during daylight flights. Keep your window shade open as you cross the Gulf of Oman for the dramatic entry into UAE airspace over the mountains.
Kathmandu Valley
Aerial perspective of the densely packed capital city and its surrounding emerald green hills immediately after departure.
Indo-Gangetic Plain
A vast expanse of agricultural patterns and winding river systems across Northern India.
Arabian Sea Coastline
The transition from the rugged Pakistani coast to the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Oman.
Downtown Dubai Skyline
On certain landing patterns, views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscraper clusters of Business Bay.
Ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Arabian Sea. During winter months, the morning flights on this side avoid the direct glare of the sun, making it easier to see the details of the Indian landscape. If landing on Runway 30L, this side provides an excellent view of the Dubai Creek.
Distance: 2,991 km (1,859 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 59 min
Departure: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Arrival: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Route Type: International
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