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TMI → KTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Tumling Tar Airport (Tumling Tar) to Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an incredible front-row seat to the High Himalayas, including direct views of several 8,000-meter peaks like Everest and Makalu.
Makalu (8,485m)
Experience an exceptionally close view of the world's fifth-highest peak shortly after takeoff.
Mount Everest (8,848m)
Behold the top of the world; the iconic pyramid of Everest is visible for much of the cruise phase.
Lhotse and Nuptse
View the massive wall of peaks that form the Everest massif directly to the north.
Cho Oyu (8,188m)
Identify the broad, snow-covered summit of the world's sixth-highest peak on the horizon.
Gauri Sankar
Look for the distinct twin peaks of this sacred mountain located in the Rolwaling Himal.
Langtang Lirung
See the prominent peaks of the Langtang region as the aircraft begins its approach into Kathmandu.
This is one of the most scenic short-haul flights in the world. Always choose the right side for the Himalayan panorama. Book the earliest possible morning flight to avoid the midday cloud buildup that often obscures the peaks. To get a clear view of the summits without the aircraft wing in your photos, try to sit in the very back or very front of the cabin.
Arun River Gorge
View the deep and dramatic valley of the Arun River immediately after departing from Tumling Tar.
Mahabharat Range
Observe the rolling green ridges of the mid-hills that stretch toward the southern plains.
Terraced Agriculture
See the intricate, stair-like patterns of traditional Nepali hillside farming across the steep slopes.
Sun Koshi River
Spot the winding turquoise waters of the Sun Koshi as it snakes through the valley floors.
Kathmandu Valley Rim
Watch the transition from rural wilderness to the dense urban landscape of the capital city during descent.
The left side is ideal for photographers interested in the textures of the Nepali landscape and rural life. Early morning flights provide excellent side-lighting for the terraced fields. As you approach Kathmandu, you will get a better view of the surrounding valley walls and the urban sprawl of the city.
Distance: 186 km (116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: TMI (27.315001, 87.193298)
Arrival: KTM (27.6966, 85.3591)
Route Type: Domestic
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