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MAA → MCT
Which side of the plane to sit from Chennai International Airport (Madras) to Muscat International Airport (Muscat)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Indian coastline upon departure and provides a more dramatic perspective of the rugged Al Hajar Mountains and the turquoise Omani coastline during the descent into Muscat.
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Marina Beach
Aerial views of the iconic long sandy shoreline of Chennai immediately after takeoff.
Western Ghats
Lush green mountain ranges and deep valleys as the flight traverses the southern Indian peninsula.
Arabian Sea
Vast blue waters often dotted with international cargo ships moving toward the Gulf.
Al Hajar Mountains
Stunning views of the jagged, sun-scorched peaks of Oman that frame the city of Muscat.
Qurum Coastline
The brilliant contrast of the white Omani architecture against the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman.
For morning flights, the left side is shaded, making it ideal for photography without glare. Seat yourself forward of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Western Ghats. During the descent, keep your camera ready as the plane often banks left over the Omani coast.
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Chennai Cityscape
A wide view of the sprawling urban density and industrial corridors of Madras.
Deccan Plateau
The varied agricultural patterns and rocky outcrops of the vast South Indian interior.
Konkan Coastline
A glimpse of the scenic western edge of India before the flight heads into open water.
Omani Desert
The transition from the deep blue sea to the stark, arid beauty of the Arabian desert plains.
On afternoon flights, the right side may experience intense sunlight, so keep the window shade partially down. This side is excellent for spotting the transition from the Indian subcontinent to the Arabian Sea. Watch for the northern Omani oil fields if the flight path tracks slightly inland.
Book Hotels in MuscatDistance: 2,589 km (1,609 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 27 min
Departure: MAA (12.990005493164062, 80.16929626464844)
Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Route Type: International
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