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Which side of the plane to sit from Zhob Airport (Zhob) to Quetta International Airport (Quetta)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point of the rugged Toba Kakar Range and the unique geological folds of the Balochistan plateau, benefiting from excellent lighting during morning flights.

Right Side Highlights
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Toba Kakar Range

A continuous chain of jagged, high-altitude mountains that form a natural border between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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N-50 Highway

The winding ribbon of the national highway can be seen snaking through the narrow mountain passes below.

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High Plateaus

Dramatic 'moonscape' vistas featuring stark, wind-eroded rock formations and vast desolate valleys.

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Koh-i-Murdar

The imposing 'Mountain of Death' becomes visible on the approach, standing as a massive sentinel over the Quetta valley.

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Dust Devil Corridors

In dry weather, look for towering dust devils swirling across the flat basins between mountain ridges.

Select the right side for morning departures to get the best-lit views of the Toba Kakar peaks. The terrain is exceptionally rugged, so have your camera ready for the mid-flight segment where the geological strata are most visible. Dust storms can reduce visibility in spring, making the winter months the best time for clear aerial photography.

Left Side Highlights
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Sulaiman Range Spurs

The eastern edges of the Sulaiman mountains provide a backdrop of sharp ridges and deep canyons.

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Muslim Bagh

A bird's-eye view of this historic town known for its significant chromite deposits and mining operations.

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Zarghun Ghar Range

As you descend into Quetta, the massive limestone peaks of Zarghun Ghar, the highest in the region, dominate the horizon.

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Zhob River Basin

The seasonal riverbed creates intricate patterns in the arid landscape just after takeoff.

The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. Keep a lookout for the sprawling Zarghun Ghar range during the final 15 minutes of the flight; its snow-capped peaks are a highlight during winter months.

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Route Information

Distance: 271 km (168 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 27 min

Departure: PZH (31.358400344848636, 69.46360015869139)

Arrival: UET (30.251399993896484, 66.93779754638672)

Route Type: Domestic

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