The right side edges out due to the dramatic volcanic Bali approach and glimpses of southern India's coastline and the Andaman Sea during cruise, while the left side's main highlight is limited to the Doha departure view.
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Flight Path
Doha to Denpasar is 4,874 miles (7,844 km), a flight of about 9 hours 15 minutes.
Arabian Sea, southern Indian coastline near Chennai, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Islands, northern Sumatra's Barisan Mountains, Java Sea
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Takeoff from DOH
LEFTDeparting DOH toward the southeast, the left side offers views of Doha's coastline, the Corniche skyline, and the artificial Pearl-Qatar island before the aircraft climbs over the Gulf waters. The right side mostly shows flat desert interior with little visual interest.
Landing at DPS
RIGHTOn approach to Denpasar, the aircraft typically loops in from the south over open ocean before turning to land, putting Bali's volcanic peaks to the north on the right side of the cabin. Passengers get a dramatic view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above the island's green terraced landscape.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Doha to Denpasar. The right side edges out due to the dramatic volcanic Bali approach and glimpses of southern India's coastline and the Andaman Sea during cruise, while the left side's main highlight is limited to the Doha departure view.
What can I see during takeoff from Hamad International Airport in Doha?
During takeoff from Hamad International Airport (DOH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing DOH toward the southeast, the left side offers views of Doha's coastline, the Corniche skyline, and the artificial Pearl-Qatar island before the aircraft climbs over the Gulf waters. The right side mostly shows flat desert interior with little visual interest. Notable sights include: Doha Corniche skyline, The Pearl-Qatar, West Bay towers, Qatari coastline.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach to Denpasar, the aircraft typically loops in from the south over open ocean before turning to land, putting Bali's volcanic peaks to the north on the right side of the cabin. Passengers get a dramatic view of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising above the island's green terraced landscape. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batur, Bali's southern beaches, Denpasar coastline.
How long is the flight from Doha to Denpasar?
The flight from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes about 9 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,874 miles (7,844 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Doha to Denpasar flight path pass over?
Arabian Sea, southern Indian coastline near Chennai, Bay of Bengal, Andaman Islands, northern Sumatra's Barisan Mountains, Java Sea