About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Doha International (DOH) to Ben Gurion (TLV)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Doha to Tel-aviv. While takeoff offers coastal Doha views, the landing approach provides more dramatic and varied scenery—the Mediterranean, Tel Aviv's urban landscape, and the Judean Hills escarpment. Left-side seats capture the most visually interesting portion of this flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Doha International in Doha?
During takeoff from Doha International (DOH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Doha's coastal development and the Persian Gulf as the aircraft climbs northwestward. The city's modern skyline and waterfront are visible during initial climb, with the gulf stretching toward the horizon. Notable sights include: Doha skyline and West Bay district, The Pearl-Qatar artificial islands, Doha Bay, Persian Gulf coastline.
What can I see when landing at Ben Gurion in Tel-aviv?
When landing at Ben Gurion (TLV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during descent into Tel Aviv. The aircraft approaches from the northwest over the Mediterranean, and left-side passengers see the Israeli coastline, Tel Aviv's urban sprawl, and the Judean Hills inland before touchdown. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea, Tel Aviv coastline and urban area, Judean Hills escarpment, Dead Sea rift valley (distant).
How long is the flight from Doha to Tel-aviv?
The flight from Doha International (DOH) to Ben Gurion (TLV) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Doha to Tel-aviv flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Persian Gulf heading northwest, then transitions over the Arabian Peninsula's interior plateau. The aircraft passes east of Saudi Arabia's Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter) desert region at distance. As it approaches the Levant, the Dead Sea rift valley becomes visible, marking the transition to the eastern Mediterranean basin and final approach to Tel Aviv.