At Zia International in Dhaka: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Buriganga River (immediate west and northwest), Dhaka city grid and industrial zones (west to northwest), Ganges Delta waterways and agricultural patchwork (north and northeast), Tongi industrial area (north).

When taking off from Zia International (DAC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Zia International's primary runways (01L/01R and 09L/09R) typically depart northward or eastward. A left-side seat offers the best views of the Buriganga River's meandering course west and northwest of the airport, plus the sprawling urban grid of Dhaka's older districts. You'll also see the broader Ganges Delta landscape opening up as you climb. Notable sights include: Buriganga River (immediate west and northwest), Dhaka city grid and industrial zones (west to northwest), Ganges Delta waterways and agricultural patchwork (north and northeast), Tongi industrial area (north).

When landing at Zia International (DAC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Zia International's primary runway (01/19) typically handles landings from the north, and the right side offers views of the Buriganga River and central Dhaka's urban sprawl during final approach. The left side faces industrial areas and less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Buriganga River (winding south through Dhaka), Sadarghat riverfront district, central Dhaka's dense urban grid, Gulshan Lake area to the northeast.

The best window seat at Zia International (DAC) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Dhaka (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.