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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the winding Indus River and the rugged transition from the plains to the Salt Range and Margalla Hills.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Indus River

Follow the meandering path of the lifeblood of Pakistan shortly after takeoff from Sukkur.

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Suleiman Range

Glimpse the jagged ridges of the Suleiman mountains rising to the west during the cruise phase.

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The Salt Range

Observe the unique reddish-brown geological folds as the aircraft begins its descent toward the Potohar Plateau.

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Kallar Kahar Lake

A shimmering blue oasis visible near the M2 motorway as you approach the capital.

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Margalla Hills

Dramatic views of the lush green foothills that border the city of Islamabad during the final approach.

Choose the left side for morning flights to see the western mountains illuminated by the rising sun. Keep your camera ready during the initial 15 minutes for the Indus River and the final 20 minutes for the dramatic landscape shift near the Salt Range.

Right Side Highlights
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Punjab Heartlands

View the vast, intricate patchwork of agricultural fields that define the Punjab province.

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River Chenab

Spot the wide, silt-rich waters and the massive railway bridges crossing the river near Multan.

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Urban Sprawl

Aerial views of major urban centers like Faisalabad and the outskirts of Gujranwala.

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Mangla Reservoir

On clear days, the massive turquoise expanse of the Mangla Dam is visible in the distance to the northeast.

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Pir Panjal Range

Faint views of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks are possible on the horizon during high-visibility winter days.

The right side is best for afternoon flights when the sun is to the west, preventing glare. Winter is the best season for this side, as the lack of smog allows for rare views of the distant Himalayan peaks.

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Route Information

Distance: 756 km (470 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min

Departure: SKZ (27.72200012207031, 68.79170227050781)

Arrival: ISB (33.560713, 72.851613)

Route Type: Domestic

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