Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dhaka to Colombo. Right-side seats capture the most compelling scenery: the Buriganga River and Dhaka's urban landscape during departure, followed by views of the Bay of Bengal and Sri Lanka's northern coastline during the cruise phase. While left seats offer good landing views, the departure scenery from the right side is more distinctive and visually engaging.

During takeoff from Zia International (DAC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Buriganga River and Old Dhaka's dense urban fabric immediately after departure. The aircraft climbs southwestward, so right windows capture the river's serpentine path and the city's eastern sprawl before heading toward the Bay of Bengal. Notable sights include: Buriganga River, Old Dhaka cityscape, Sadarghat port area, Dhaka's eastern industrial zones.

When landing at Bandaranaike International (CMB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the final approach into Colombo. The aircraft descends from the northeast, and left windows frame the Indian Ocean coastline, Colombo's harbor, and the city's western waterfront as you approach the runway. Notable sights include: Indian Ocean, Colombo Harbor, Colombo city skyline, Negombo Lagoon (visible on extended approach).

The flight from Zia International (DAC) to Bandaranaike International (CMB) takes 1h 45m.

Bay of Bengal dominates the cruise phase. The flight path crosses open water for approximately 90 minutes. Sri Lanka's northern coast becomes visible in the final 20 minutes of flight, with the Jaffna Peninsula and northern lagoons appearing on the left side during descent. The Palk Strait separates India and Sri Lanka but lies south of this flight path.