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Our Recommendation
9.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Greater Himalayan range, including Mount Everest and several other 8,000-meter peaks, shortly after departure from Kathmandu.

Left Side Highlights
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Mount Everest & Lhotse

Witness the world's highest peak and its neighbors rising above the clouds just minutes after takeoff.

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Himalayan Massif

A continuous panoramic view of snow-capped giants spanning the border of Nepal and Tibet.

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Tibetan Plateau

The high-altitude desert landscape featuring deep blue glacial lakes and barren, colorful mountain folds.

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Hengduan Mountains

Dramatic vertical relief and deep river gorges as the flight traverses western China.

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Yellow Sea Coastline

The transition from mainland China to the rugged, island-dotted west coast of South Korea.

Secure a window seat on the left (usually seat 'A') for the most legendary mountain views. The Himalayan visibility is best during morning flights (before 10:00 AM) when the air is clearest and before thermal clouds develop. Have your camera ready within 15-30 minutes of departure from Kathmandu.

Right Side Highlights
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Kathmandu Valley

A bird's-eye view of the dense urban grid of Kathmandu against the backdrop of the lush green foothills.

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Sichuan & Central China

Aerial perspectives of sprawling Chinese megacities and the major river systems of the Sichuan Basin.

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Incheon Grand Bridge

One of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges, visible during the final descent into ICN.

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West Sea Islands

Clusters of small, scenic islands located off the coast of Incheon as the plane aligns for landing.

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Evening Glow

On late afternoon flights, this side catches the sunset reflections over the Yellow Sea.

While it lacks the high-altitude peaks of the left, the right side is excellent for night flights to see the vast, illuminated cityscapes of China. During landing at ICN, this side often provides a superior view of the Incheon Bridge and the coastal reclamation projects.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,966 km (2,464 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 40 min

Departure: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)

Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)

Route Type: International

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