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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Rub' al Khali's towering red dunes and a stunning aerial approach over the lush Kerala coastline and Western Ghats.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Rub' al Khali

Fly over the Empty Quarter, seeing the world's largest contiguous sand desert and its iconic linear dunes.

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Dhofar Coast

The dramatic cliffs and turquoise waters of southern Oman near Salalah.

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Arabian Sea Lanes

Spot massive cargo ships and tankers navigating the ancient maritime trade routes to India.

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Kerala Backwaters

Intricate networks of rivers and lagoons that define the landscape as you approach Calicut.

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Western Ghats

The emerald-green, mist-covered mountain range that provides a stunning backdrop to the landing.

This is the prime side for desert photography. The red sands of the Empty Quarter are best viewed in the early morning or late afternoon when shadows define the dunes. During descent into CCJ, this side provides the most iconic views of the green Kerala landscape and the plateau runway.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
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Najd Plateau

The expansive, rocky desert heartland of central Saudi Arabia shortly after departure.

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Riyadh Grid

Distant views of the sprawling Saudi capital and its unique urban desert layout.

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Al Hajar Mountains

The rugged, jagged peaks of northern Oman as the flight crosses into the Arabian Sea.

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Gulf of Oman

Deep blue waters where the Gulf meets the Indian Ocean near the tip of the peninsula.

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Malabar Entry

First sights of India's dense palm groves and the northern Kerala shoreline.

Choose the left side for better lighting during morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It offers a clearer view of the Omani mountain ranges if the flight path tracks slightly north. On night flights, you may see the distant glow of Riyadh.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,084 km (2,538 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 48 min

Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)

Arrival: CCJ (11.1367998123, 75.95529937740001)

Route Type: International

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