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JED → MCT
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Muscat International Airport (Muscat)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning desert vistas, the Right Side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Al Hajar Mountains and the orange dunes of the Rub' al Khali's northern edge during the descent into Muscat.
Mecca Region
Distant views of the sacred mountains surrounding the holy city shortly after departing Jeddah.
Rub' al Khali Edge
Glimpses of the massive rolling orange sand dunes of the Empty Quarter to the south.
Al Hajar Mountains
The spectacular, jagged limestone peaks of Oman, including the Jabal Akhdar massif.
Wadi Passages
Deep, winding dry riverbeds carved into the Omani landscape during the descent.
Muscat Cityscape
The unique white architecture of Muscat nestled between the dark mountains and the sea.
This is the premier side for the approach into MCT. Aim for a late afternoon flight to see the Al Hajar mountains illuminated in gold. Look out for the massive canyons and wadis about 20 minutes before landing.
Jeddah Corniche
Aerial view of the Red Sea coastline and the world's tallest fountain immediately after takeoff.
Hejaz Mountains
Rugged volcanic peaks and high-altitude plateaus of the northern Sarawat range.
Central Nejd
The stark, minimalist beauty of the central Arabian plateau with its unique rocky formations.
Gulf of Oman
Deep blue waters of the Gulf as the plane turns for its final approach into Muscat.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. You will get a better view of the Jeddah waterfront at departure and the northern coastline of Oman during the final descent pattern.
Distance: 1,973 km (1,226 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Route Type: International
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