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LHE → SHJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Alama Iqbal International Airport (Lahore) to Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the rugged Sulaiman and Kirthar mountain ranges in Pakistan, the dramatic Makran coastline, and the iconic descent over the Hajar Mountains into the UAE.
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Sulaiman Range
Rugged, high-altitude ridges of the Indus border mountains providing a dramatic landscape early in the flight.
Kirthar Mountains
Stunning limestone formations and deep canyons visible as you fly over the Sindh-Balochistan border.
Makran Coastal Path
The unique 'Hammerhead' peninsula of Gwadar and the turquoise waters of the Arabian Sea meeting the desert.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, dark peaks of the UAE and Oman that signal the final descent into the Emirates.
Dubai/Sharjah Skyline
On clear days, the Burj Khalifa and the high-rises of Dubai are visible in the distance during approach.
The right side is the clear winner for geographic diversity. For afternoon flights, be prepared for some sun glare. Look out for the Hingol National Park mud volcanoes along the coast of Balochistan—they look like small craters from 30,000 feet. On the approach into SHJ, you may catch a glimpse of the Palm Jumeirah if the flight path circles from the west.
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Punjab Plains
Vast stretches of agricultural land and the intricate canal systems of Southern Punjab.
Thar Desert Margins
The eastern horizon reveals the shifting sands and golden hues of the Great Indian Desert.
Indus River Delta
Aerial view of the massive river system emptying into the Arabian Sea near the Sindh border.
Sharjah Industrial Area
Close-up views of the sprawling logistics and industrial hubs during the final landing approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare, or for views of the moon over the Arabian Sea on overnight journeys. It is generally quieter but less scenic than the right.
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Get eSIMs for United Arab EmiratesDistance: 1,968 km (1,223 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: LHE (31.5216007232666, 74.40360260009766)
Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Route Type: International
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