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DEL → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers superior views of the rugged Makran coastline of Pakistan and Iran, the dramatic Musandam Peninsula, and the striking Hajar Mountains during the descent into Sharjah.
Aravalli Range
One of the world's oldest mountain ranges visible shortly after departure from Delhi.
Karachi Coastline
Clear views of the sprawling port city of Karachi and its industrial harbor area.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning, moon-like geological formations and lunar landscapes of the Balochistan coast.
Musandam Peninsula
The dramatic 'fjords of Arabia' with jagged cliffs dropping into the Strait of Hormuz.
Hajar Mountains
The dark, volcanic peaks of the Hajar range that form the backbone of the Northern Emirates.
Sharjah Cityscape
A close-up view of Sharjah's unique architecture, lagoons, and the King Faisal Mosque during landing.
The right side is the undisputed winner for geological enthusiasts. Look out for the 'Hammerhead' peninsula near Gwadar. For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Makran cliffs and the Hajar mountains in high contrast.
Thar Desert
Vast stretches of the Great Indian Desert showing unique sand dune patterns across Rajasthan.
Indus River Delta
The complex network of channels where the Indus River meets the Arabian Sea south of Karachi.
Dubai Skyline
On a clear approach, distant views of the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai skyline can be seen to the south.
UAE East Coast
Aerial views of the pristine beaches and turquoise waters near Khor Fakkan and Kalba.
Arabian Sea Shipping Lanes
Dozens of cargo ships and tankers visible in the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Oman.
Sit here if you are flying in the late afternoon to enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Arabian Sea. It is also the better side for spotting the distant skyscrapers of Dubai during the final approach if the flight path tracks slightly north of the city.
Distance: 2,167 km (1,347 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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