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HOF → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Al Ahsa Airport (Al-ahsa) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning transition from the world's largest date palm oasis to the azure waters of the Persian Gulf, concluding with prime views of the Dubai and Sharjah coastal skylines during descent.
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Al Ahsa Oasis
The flight departs near this UNESCO site, showing millions of date palms creating a lush green sea in the desert.
Al-Uqayr Coastline
View the historic coastal ruins and the turquoise shallows where the desert meets the Persian Gulf.
Persian Gulf Blue
Expansive views of the Arabian Gulf with scattered oil platforms and cargo ships navigating the busy maritime lanes.
Dubai Skyline
On the standard approach to Sharjah, passengers can often spot the Burj Khalifa and the high-rises of Dubai to the north.
Sharjah City & Lagoons
A close-up view of the Al Majaz waterfront and Khalid Lagoon as the aircraft aligns for landing.
Book a window seat on the left for flights departing in the late afternoon to see the sun reflecting off the Gulf. During descent, look out for the World Islands and the distinctive coastline of the Northern Emirates. Keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff from HOF to capture the scale of the oasis.
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Ghawar Oil Field
Aerial perspective of the world's largest conventional oil field with its vast network of pipes and processing plants.
Al Jafurah Sand Dunes
Dramatic views of rolling orange sand dunes stretching toward the horizon in the Eastern Province.
UAE Inland Desert
The deep red sands of the Al Badayer region, popular for desert adventures, visible during the final leg.
Hajar Mountain Range
Distant views of the jagged, rocky peaks on the border of the UAE and Oman as the plane nears Sharjah.
The right side is better for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It is the best choice for those interested in industrial geography and the stark, untouched beauty of the Arabian desert interior. Watch for the 'Big Red' dune near the approach path.
Book Hotels in SharjahDistance: 606 km (377 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: HOF (25.28529930114746, 49.48519897460938)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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