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KBP → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Zagros Mountains and the high-altitude volcanic peaks of Eastern Anatolia, providing a more rugged and geologically diverse landscape.
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Mount Ararat
On clear days, see the legendary snow-capped peak of Ararat near the Turkish-Iranian border.
Lake Van
The largest lake in Turkey, known for its striking turquoise saline soda waters.
Zagros Mountains
Incredible views of the folded mountain belts and salt domes of western Iran.
Sharjah Lagoons
A beautiful view of Khalid Lagoon and the waterfront skyscrapers during the final approach.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which will be on the right. This side is particularly spectacular in winter when the mountains of Turkey and Iran are covered in snow. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the dense urban layout of Sharjah's Al Majaz area.
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Black Sea Coast
The lush, forested slopes of the Pontic Mountains meeting the deep blue of the Black Sea.
Mesopotamian Plains
The vast, historic floodplains between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in Iraq.
Persian Gulf
Observe the turquoise coastal waters and the heavy maritime traffic entering the Strait of Hormuz.
Arabian Desert
The dramatic shift from the shimmering Gulf waters to the vast orange dunes of the UAE.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as you can watch the sun dip below the horizon over the Persian Gulf. Keep an eye out for the glittering lights of Kuwait City and Basra during night flights. Be aware of potential haze over the Mesopotamian plains which can occasionally obscure ground details.
Book Hotels in SharjahDistance: 3,489 km (2,168 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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