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MCT → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic geological features of the Arabian Peninsula, including the rugged Hajar Mountains, the vast dunes of the Empty Quarter, and the dramatic approach over the Jordan Rift Valley.
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Al Hajar Mountains
Jagged limestone peaks and deep canyons visible immediately after departing Muscat.
Rub' al Khali Edge
The vast orange and red sand dunes of the Empty Quarter stretching toward the southern horizon.
Harrat Ash Shamah
Massive black basaltic volcanic fields that contrast sharply with the yellow desert sand.
Wadi Rum
The iconic 'Valley of the Moon' featuring red sand and towering sandstone mountains in southern Jordan.
Dead Sea
The shimmering, salt-encrusted shores of the lowest point on Earth during the descent into Amman.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Hajar Mountains and the desert dunes perfectly. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the Dead Sea; depending on the approach pattern, it often appears as a brilliant turquoise expanse against the brown hills. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the intricate wadi patterns below.
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Deep azure waters and the winding coastline of northern Oman visible shortly after takeoff.
UAE Coastline
Distant views of the massive urban developments of the Emirates and the Persian Gulf horizon.
Persian Gulf Islands
Artificial and natural islands visible in the turquoise shallows near the UAE and Qatar.
An Nafud Desert
The Great Nafud desert in northern Saudi Arabia, known for its reddish-gold crescent-shaped dunes.
Amman Cityscape
The white-stone architecture and rolling hills of the Jordanian capital as you align for landing.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep a lookout during the first hour of flight for the distinctive coastal silhouettes of the UAE. While the interior desert views are less dramatic than the left side, the transition from the Persian Gulf to the high plateaus of northern Saudi Arabia offers a unique perspective on the region's scale.
Book Hotels in AmmanDistance: 2,368 km (1,471 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 9 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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