BAH → IXE

Qatar Peninsula

A view of the Doha skyline and the man-made islands of The Pearl-Qatar in the distance shortly after departure.

UAE Coastal Cities

Breathtaking views of Abu Dhabi and Dubai's iconic skyscrapers and Palm Islands as the flight path parallels the coast.

Hajar Mountains

The dramatic, arid peaks of northern Oman provide a stark contrast to the blue waters of the Gulf.

Shipping Lanes

Spot large cargo vessels and oil tankers navigating the busy trade routes between the Middle East and India.

The Western Ghats

During descent, the mist-covered, emerald-green mountains of the Western Ghats provide a stunning backdrop.

IXE Tabletop Runway

Mangalore's unique airport is situated on a plateau; the right side offers a great view of the valley below the runway.

Manama Skyline

Immediate views of Bahrain's capital and the Financial Harbour upon takeoff from BAH.

Strait of Hormuz

Distant views of the strategic waterway and the rugged cliffs of the Musandam Peninsula.

Makran Coastline

On very clear days, the distant jagged mountain ranges of the Iranian coast are visible across the Gulf of Oman.

Arabian Sea Expanse

The middle leg of the journey features the deep blue waters of the Arabian Sea under high-altitude sunlight.

Konkan Northern Coast

As the flight nears India, the initial contact with the lush green coastline north of Karnataka becomes visible.