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KTM → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
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.
Mount Everest & Lhotse
Witness the world's highest peak and its neighbors rising above the clouds just minutes after takeoff.
Himalayan Massif
A continuous panoramic view of snow-capped giants spanning the border of Nepal and Tibet.
Tibetan Plateau
The high-altitude desert landscape featuring deep blue glacial lakes and barren, colorful mountain folds.
Hengduan Mountains
Dramatic vertical relief and deep river gorges as the flight traverses western China.
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.
Kathmandu Valley
A bird's-eye view of the dense urban grid of Kathmandu against the backdrop of the lush green foothills.
Sichuan & Central China
Aerial perspectives of sprawling Chinese megacities and the major river systems of the Sichuan Basin.
Incheon Grand Bridge
One of the world's longest cable-stayed bridges, visible during the final descent into ICN.
West Sea Islands
Clusters of small, scenic islands located off the coast of Incheon as the plane aligns for landing.
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.
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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