Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Right-side seats capture the dramatic Himalayan peaks during takeoff (Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges), which is the most visually distinctive segment of this short flight. While landing favors the left, the takeoff view of the major 8,000m peaks outweighs the landing approach.

During takeoff from Pokhara (PKR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Pokhara typically departs to the east (runway 03/21 orientation). Right-side seats face the Annapurna Range and Dhaulagiri massif as you climb out over the Pokhara Valley. The left side shows only the valley floor and western terrain. Notable sights include: Annapurna I (8,091m) and the Annapurna Range to the northeast, Dhaulagiri I (8,167m) to the east-northeast, Phewa Lake directly below during initial climb, Pokhara city sprawl to the south.

When landing at Tribhuvan International (KTM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Kathmandu approaches from the south (runway 02/20 typical). Left-side seats face the Kathmandu Valley rim and the Shivapuri Range to the north as you descend. The right side shows only the valley floor and southern approaches. Notable sights include: Shivapuri Range and Nagarkot ridge to the north, Kathmandu Valley floor with the city sprawl, Bagmati River valley cutting through the basin, Chandragiri Hills to the southwest.

The flight from Pokhara (PKR) to Tribhuvan International (KTM) takes Approximately 25-30 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Pokhara-Kathmandu corridor heading east-southeast. Midway, you'll see the transition from the Pokhara Valley's open terrain to increasingly dense hills and ridges. The Trisuli River valley may be visible to the south of track. The Mahabharata Range (lower foothills) becomes more prominent as you approach Kathmandu. Clear days offer views of Manakamana area and the ridges separating the two valleys. The Kathmandu Valley becomes visible as a distinct basin roughly 10 minutes before landing.