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COK → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Cochin International Airport (Kochi) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Musandam Peninsula and the sprawling urban skylines of Sharjah and Dubai during the final approach.
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Malabar Coastline
Sweeping views of the lush, green Kerala coast and the backwaters as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Musandam Peninsula
The 'Fjords of Arabia,' featuring jagged limestone cliffs and turquoise inlets where the mountains meet the sea.
Jebel Jais Range
The highest peaks in the UAE, offering a stark and beautiful desert mountain landscape.
Sharjah & Dubai Skyline
On clear days, see the iconic Burj Khalifa and the high-rises of Sharjah's Corniche during the descent.
Port Khalid
A bird's-eye view of Sharjah's primary port and the bustling lagoon area just before touchdown.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The highlight is the Musandam Peninsula; look for the distinct 'v-shaped' fjords. During the SHJ approach, if the plane circles over the Persian Gulf, you will get a panoramic view of the entire coastal megalopolis.
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Laccadive Sea
Expansive views of the tropical waters surrounding the Lakshadweep archipelago shortly after takeoff.
Arabian Sea Shipping Lanes
Look for cargo ships and oil tankers navigating the busy maritime routes between India and the Middle East.
Southern Hajar Mountains
The rugged, reddish-brown peaks of the Omani border region as the aircraft crosses into the UAE.
Arabian Sunset
On evening flights, this side provides a front-row seat to the sun dipping below the horizon over the ocean.
Choose this side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Arabian Sea. During the approach, keep an eye out for the industrial landscape of the Sajaa area and the outskirts of the desert before landing.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 2,774 km (1,724 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 42 min
Departure: COK (10.152, 76.401901)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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