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DYU → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the dramatic yardangs of the Lut Desert and the stunning contrast of the Hajar Mountains against the desert floor upon arrival.
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Hissar Range
Stunning views of the snow-capped Hissar and Pamir-Alay ranges immediately after takeoff from Dushanbe.
Dasht-e Lut
A UNESCO site featuring the world's most spectacular yardangs and vast sand seas in eastern Iran.
Strait of Hormuz
The strategic waterway separating the Arabian Peninsula from the Iranian coast, visible before descent.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, dark peaks of the Hajar range provide a dramatic backdrop as the plane enters UAE airspace.
Book a morning flight to ensure the sun is positioned on the opposite side, providing perfect lighting for the Lut Desert's rock formations. Watch for the 'Kaluts'—massive wind-sculpted sand castles—about midway through the flight.
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Amu Darya River
Cross the historic Oxus River which marks the boundary between Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan.
Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, showcasing vast salt crusts and unique geological patterns from high altitude.
Zagros Foothills
Distant views of the eastern edges of the massive Zagros mountain system in central Iran.
Sharjah Skyline
A sweeping view of the Sharjah and Dubai metropolitan areas if the flight path approaches from the Persian Gulf.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. It offers excellent views of the vast Iranian salt flats and the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf during the final approach phase.
Book Hotels in SharjahDistance: 1,928 km (1,198 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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