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LHR → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the European Alps, the varied landscapes of the Balkans, and typically provides a superior view of the iconic West Bay skyline when approaching Doha from the north.
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The Alps
Breathtaking views of the highest peaks in Europe, often passing near Mont Blanc or the Swiss massifs.
Adriatic Coast
The stunning turquoise coastline of Croatia and the numerous islands of the Dalmatian coast.
Arabian Desert
The mesmerizing patterns of red and gold sand dunes across the northern Arabian peninsula.
Doha Skyline
The futuristic skyscrapers of West Bay and the Pearl-Qatar during the final descent into Hamad International.
Ancient Anatolia
View the arid, historic landscapes of central Turkey and its unique geological formations.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing (Seats A or K, but K is preferred here). The flight typically takes 6-7 hours; if departing LHR in the afternoon, the right side will witness a sunset over the Mediterranean or the desert. During the approach to DOH, planes usually loop to land facing North or South; the right side almost always gets the best view of the Pearl and Lusail developments.
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Aerial views of major cities like Brussels, Frankfurt, or Munich depending on the specific air corridor.
Taurus Mountains
Rugged, snow-capped peaks across Southern Turkey providing high-contrast terrain.
Persian Gulf
The transition from the Mesopotamian plains to the turquoise waters of the Gulf.
Mesopotamian Plains
The fertile crescent between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq.
The left side is excellent for night flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. On early morning arrivals, you may catch a spectacular sunrise over the Zagros Mountains to the east. Seats at the back of the wing offer the best unobstructed downward visibility for tracking the coastline of the Gulf.
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Get eSIMs for QatarDistance: 5,241 km (3,257 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 10 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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