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DEL → MCT
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Muscat International Airport (Muscat)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Makran coastline and the rugged Hajar Mountains during the descent into Muscat, with generally better lighting conditions away from the direct sun.
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Indus River Delta
The intricate, branching network of the Indus River as it meets the Arabian Sea.
Makran Coastline
Stunning white cliffs and unique geological formations along the coast of Balochistan.
Mud Volcanoes
Rare geological features visible as small mounds along the Pakistani coastal strip.
Hajar Mountains
The dark, jagged, and majestic peaks that rise sharply from the Omani coast.
Daymaniyat Islands
A cluster of small, turquoise-fringed islands visible just before the final descent.
This is the 'photographer's side' for daytime flights; the sun remains on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for the Makran cliffs and Omani mountains. Aim for a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. For the best view of the Hajar Mountains, keep your window shade up during the final 20 minutes of flight.
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Thar Desert
Vast stretches of the Great Indian Desert spanning the border of India and Pakistan.
Arabian Sea
A deep blue expanse that dominates the mid-section of the flight path.
Muscat Cityscape
Views of the sprawling capital and the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque on approach.
Port Sultan Qaboos
The historic harbor and the white-washed buildings of the Mutrah district.
The left side is preferable for night flights to catch the glittering lights of Karachi and the Muscat coastline. On morning flights, expect significant glare as the sun rises in the east/south-east. This side is better if the aircraft approaches MCT from the west.
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Get eSIMs for OmanDistance: 1,957 km (1,216 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Route Type: International
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