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PBH → DAC
Which side of the plane to sit from Paro Airport (Thimphu) to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular front-row seat to the eastern Himalayan range, including the massive Kanchenjunga massif and distant views of Mount Everest, before transitioning into the lush delta landscapes of Bangladesh.
Kanchenjunga Massif
The world's third-highest mountain is visible in stunning detail, often towering above the clouds shortly after departure.
Mount Everest
On clear days, the distinct triangular peak of Everest and the surrounding Lhotse-Makalu range are visible on the western horizon.
Darjeeling Hills
The famous tea-growing regions of West Bengal appear as rolling green waves between the high peaks and the plains.
Teesta River
Watch the turquoise waters of the Teesta River carve through the mountains before joining the Brahmaputra in the plains.
Ganges Delta Patchwork
An intricate mosaic of green rice paddies, winding canals, and thousands of tiny ponds that define the Bangladeshi landscape.
This is one of the most scenic short-haul flights in the world. Request a window seat away from the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Himalayan peaks. The best time for this route is during the post-monsoon months (October to December) when the air is exceptionally clear. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from Paro, as the most dramatic mountain views happen within the first 15-20 minutes of flight.
Southern Bhutan Range
Bird's-eye view of the dense, lush forests and deep valleys of the Bhutanese foothills immediately after takeoff.
Brahmaputra Basin
Broad views of the massive Brahmaputra River as it meanders through the plains of Assam and northern Bangladesh.
Mymensingh Plains
The transition from rugged mountains to the flat, fertile agricultural heartland of central Bangladesh.
Delta Settlements
High-density rural settlements and traditional homesteads clustered along the water channels of the delta.
Sit on the left if you are flying during the early morning to avoid direct sun glare. While it lacks the high peaks, it provides a better view of the rising sun reflecting off the vast river networks of the Bengal delta. Look out for the massive Jamuna Bridge if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Distance: 408 km (254 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: PBH (27.4032001495, 89.42459869380001)
Arrival: DAC (23.843347, 90.397783)
Route Type: International
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