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NBO → DOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi) to Hamad International Airport (Doha)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Rub' al Khali's vast dune fields and typically offers the best perspective of the Doha skyline and the Pearl-Qatar during the final approach.
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Laikipia Plateaus
Vast conservancies and rolling savanna landscapes visible during the initial climb out of Kenya.
Gulf of Aden
Views of the turquoise coastal waters of Somalia and Djibouti as the flight exits the African continent.
The Empty Quarter
The Rub' al Khali desert offers mesmerizing patterns of massive linear and star-shaped orange sand dunes.
The Pearl-Qatar
Iconic views of the man-made island and the West Bay skyline during the descent into Hamad International.
The desert scenery is best viewed on day flights with clear skies; however, summer heat can cause haze, making winter flights clearer. When approaching Doha, the right side is statistically more likely to see the city skyline if the plane lands towards the north (Runway 34). Keep your window shade down when not looking out to prevent the cabin from heating up under the intense Arabian sun.
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Mount Kenya
Africa's second-highest peak often appears shortly after takeoff from Nairobi, protruding through the cloud deck.
Ethiopian Rift Valley
Dramatic views of the East African Rift system, featuring volcanic craters and deep tectonic escarpments.
Red Sea Coastline
The striking contrast where the arid mountains of the Arabian Peninsula meet the deep blue waters of the Red Sea.
Riyadh City Lights
On night flights, the massive grid-like sprawl of the Saudi capital provides a spectacular glowing geometric display.
For the best views of the Ethiopian Highlands, choose a morning flight to avoid the afternoon convective clouds. Sit away from the wing (rows 1-10 or 25+) to ensure an unobstructed view of the volcanic lakes. If flying at night, the left side offers better views of major Saudi inland cities.
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Get eSIMs for QatarDistance: 3,353 km (2,083 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: NBO (-1.31923997402, 36.9277992249)
Arrival: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Route Type: International
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