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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Persian Gulf coastline, the dramatic Hajar Mountains of Oman, and a sweeping view of the Indian coastline upon arrival.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Persian Gulf Coastline

Clear views of the shallow turquoise waters and offshore oil platforms near the Saudi and UAE coasts.

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UAE Urban Centers

Depending on the flight corridor, catch distant glimpses of the Dubai skyline and Sharjah's urban sprawl.

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Hajar Mountains

The rugged, dark peaks of the Musandam Peninsula and northern Oman as you transition to the Arabian Sea.

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Shipping Lanes

Observation of the heavy maritime traffic entering and exiting the Strait of Hormuz.

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Malabar Coast

The first sight of India, featuring the dense tropical greenery of the Karnataka and North Kerala coastline.

Choose a window seat on the left (usually 'A') for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly scenic during the first 90 minutes of the flight as you traverse the Gulf coast and the mountainous terrain of Oman.

Right Side Highlights
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Empty Quarter Edges

Vast stretches of the Rub' al Khali desert's orange-red sand dunes visible shortly after takeoff.

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Arabian Sea Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the sun setting over the ocean on evening flights.

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Lakshadweep Sea

The deep blue expanse of the Laccadive Sea as the flight approaches the Indian subcontinent.

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Kerala Backwaters

Stunning views of the intricate network of canals, lagoons, and paddy fields during the final descent into Kochi.

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Monsoon Clouds

During the monsoon season (June-September), dramatic towering cumulonimbus clouds are a common sight over the ocean.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Arabian Sea. It also offers a better angle for the iconic lush green 'God's Own Country' landscape and the Vembanad Lake system during the final approach to COK.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,331 km (2,070 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min

Departure: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)

Arrival: COK (10.152, 76.401901)

Route Type: International

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