The right side wins on the strength of both endpoints: Doha's skyline and Gulf coastline at departure, and Auckland's harbor, Rangitoto volcano, and city skyline at arrival, while the many hours of Indian Ocean, Australian outback, and Tasman Sea cruise offer comparable, mostly featureless views from either side.
Flight Path
Southern tip of India/Sri Lanka, the Indonesian archipelago, the arid interior and Kimberley coastline of northern Australia, the Coral Sea, and the open Tasman Sea approaching New Zealand
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DOH
RIGHTDeparting DOH on runway 16, the aircraft climbs southeast before turning to align with the long eastbound track toward the Indian Ocean, putting Doha's West Bay skyline and the turquoise fringe of the Persian Gulf coastline on the right side of the cabin.
Landing at AKL
RIGHTAKL's typical approach on runway 23L brings arrivals in from the northeast over the Hauraki Gulf, curving southwest toward the runway, which places Auckland's harbor, the Sky Tower skyline, and the distinctive cone of Rangitoto volcanic island on the right side of the aircraft during the final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Auckland International (AKL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Doha to Auckland. The right side wins on the strength of both endpoints: Doha's skyline and Gulf coastline at departure, and Auckland's harbor, Rangitoto volcano, and city skyline at arrival, while the many hours of Indian Ocean, Australian outback, and Tasman Sea cruise offer comparable, mostly featureless views from either side.
What can I see during takeoff from Hamad International Airport in Doha?
During takeoff from Hamad International Airport (DOH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing DOH on runway 16, the aircraft climbs southeast before turning to align with the long eastbound track toward the Indian Ocean, putting Doha's West Bay skyline and the turquoise fringe of the Persian Gulf coastline on the right side of the cabin. Notable sights include: Doha West Bay skyscraper cluster, Persian Gulf coastline, The Pearl-Qatar artificial island, Qatari coastal sabkha flats.
What can I see when landing at Auckland International in Auckland?
When landing at Auckland International (AKL), sit on the Right side for the best views. AKL's typical approach on runway 23L brings arrivals in from the northeast over the Hauraki Gulf, curving southwest toward the runway, which places Auckland's harbor, the Sky Tower skyline, and the distinctive cone of Rangitoto volcanic island on the right side of the aircraft during the final descent. Notable sights include: Rangitoto Island volcano, Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Sky Tower and CBD skyline, Auckland Harbour Bridge.
How long is the flight from Doha to Auckland?
The flight from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Auckland International (AKL) takes 16h 50m.
What does the Doha to Auckland flight path pass over?
Southern tip of India/Sri Lanka, the Indonesian archipelago, the arid interior and Kimberley coastline of northern Australia, the Coral Sea, and the open Tasman Sea approaching New Zealand