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DOHMCT

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior panorama of the Arabian Peninsula's diverse landscape, including the glittering UAE coastlines and the dramatic, rugged Hajar Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Khor Al Adaid

View of the 'Inland Sea' where the desert dunes meet the ocean at the border of Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

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UAE Landmarks

Clear weather often permits views of the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeirah as the flight bypasses the Dubai coastline.

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Al Hajar Mountains

The most dramatic part of the flight, featuring jagged limestone peaks and deep wadis as you enter Omani airspace.

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Sohar Industrial Port

Visual of Oman's major industrial hub along the northern coast before the final turn toward MCT.

Choose the right side for morning flights to see the Hajar Mountains illuminated by the sun. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the UAE coastline, and look for the sudden transition from flat desert to vertical mountain terrain.

Left Side Highlights
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Doha Skyline

Aerial view of West Bay skyscrapers and the distinctive circular architecture of The Pearl-Qatar shortly after takeoff.

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Persian Gulf

Expansive views of the turquoise waters and occasional offshore oil platforms dotted throughout the gulf.

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Muscat Coast

Sweeping views of the Gulf of Oman and the residential districts of Al Qurum as the plane descends into Muscat.

Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the horizon without the sun beating directly into your window. It is also better for spotting the unique artificial islands of Doha during departure.

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Route Information

Distance: 701 km (436 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)

Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)

Route Type: International

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