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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers an incredible sequence of metropolitan skylines and geographic landmarks as you track the coast of the Arabian Peninsula.

Right Side Highlights
9.2
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Kuwait City Skyline

Panoramic views of the Kuwait Towers and the Liberation Tower immediately after takeoff.

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Bahrain & King Fahd Causeway

The entire island nation of Bahrain and the massive bridge connecting it to Saudi Arabia.

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The Pearl-Qatar

The intricate man-made islands and the West Bay skyline of Doha are often clearly visible.

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UAE Megacity Hubs

Catch glimpses of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the coastal developments of Abu Dhabi.

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Al Hajar Mountains

The dramatic, jagged limestone peaks of northern Oman during the final approach.

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Old Muscat

The traditional forts and the Sultan's Palace visible just before landing at MCT.

Choose the right side for a 'city-hopping' visual experience. For the best photography, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the skylines of Doha and Dubai. During the descent, the transition from the desert sand to the rocky Al Hajar mountains is a highlight.

Left Side Highlights
6.5
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Persian Gulf Expanse

Clear views of the turquoise waters and various offshore oil rigs and platforms.

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Zagros Mountains

On clear days, the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Iranian coastline are visible across the water.

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Strait of Hormuz Traffic

Observe the high density of tankers and cargo ships queuing to enter the narrow strait.

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Kish and Qeshm Islands

Prominent Iranian islands known for their unique salt domes and coral reefs.

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Gulf Sunrise

For early morning flights, the sun rises over the horizon of the Sea of Oman.

The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It offers a peaceful view of the open sea and the distant Iranian topography. Keep a lookout for the Musandam Peninsula's 'fjords' during the descent into Muscat.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,202 km (747 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)

Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)

Route Type: International

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