About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zvartnots (EVN) to Doha International (DOH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Yerevan to Doha. The right side delivers the iconic Mount Ararat view on departure, which is one of the most visually striking takeoff experiences in the region. The landing view from the left is good but Doha's approach is relatively flat. Ararat tips the balance decisively for the right side overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Zvartnots in Yerevan?
During takeoff from Zvartnots (EVN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Zvartnots typically departs on runway 09 heading east, or runway 27 heading west. On the dominant westerly departure (runway 09 backtrack or runway 27), the right side faces south toward Mount Ararat. Ararat at 5,137m is unmistakable and dominates the Ararat Valley plain across the Turkish border, visible for many minutes after takeoff. Notable sights include: Mount Ararat (Greater and Lesser peaks across the Turkish border), Ararat Valley agricultural plain, Lake Sevan visible to the northeast on left turns, Yerevan city grid below during initial climb.
What can I see when landing at Doha International in Doha?
When landing at Doha International (DOH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Doha International Airport (the old airport, now largely replaced by Hamad International but still referenced by IATA DOH) sits on the western shore of the Qatar Peninsula. Approaches from the north or northwest put the left side facing east over Doha Bay and the distinctive West Bay skyscraper cluster. The turquoise shallow waters of the Persian Gulf are vivid from altitude. Notable sights include: Doha Bay and West Bay skyline cluster, Persian Gulf shallow turquoise waters, Qatar Peninsula coastline, Palm Tree Island and corniche waterfront.
How long is the flight from Yerevan to Doha?
The flight from Zvartnots (EVN) to Doha International (DOH) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Yerevan to Doha flight path pass over?
The route tracks southeast from Armenia across northwestern Iran, passing over the Zagros Mountain foothills and the Iranian plateau. The Persian Gulf coastline of Iran and Kuwait appears in the final third of the flight. The route avoids Iraqi airspace in many filings, curving slightly south over Iranian territory before descending into Qatar across the open Gulf.