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MCT → BEY
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the dramatic Al Hajar mountains at takeoff and a spectacular mountain-to-sea descent over the Lebanese ranges into Beirut.
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Al Hajar Mountains
Incredible views of Oman's rugged limestone peaks immediately following departure from Muscat.
UAE Coastline
Distant views of the Persian Gulf and the architectural silhouettes of the Emirates' coastal cities.
Syrian Desert
The transition from rocky desert plateaus into the more fertile landscapes of the northern Levant.
Mount Hermon
The majestic, often snow-capped summit marking the border between Lebanon and Syria.
Bekaa Valley
The patchwork of green and brown agricultural fields tucked between the Lebanon mountain ranges.
Beirut Cityscape
A stunning panorama of the Mediterranean city and its coastline during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to minimize sun glare while enjoying the Hajar mountains. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as the plane crosses the Anti-Lebanon mountains into the Bekaa Valley before the final descent into BEY.
Book Hotels in BeirutRub' al Khali Edge
Witness the vast, rolling orange dunes of the world's largest sand desert in the distance.
The Dead Sea
Spot the distinct turquoise and cobalt hues of the lowest point on Earth during the Jordan crossing.
Amman
A view of the sprawling white stone hills of the Jordanian capital as you head northwest.
Mediterranean Coast
The deep blue horizon of the sea greets you as the flight reaches the Levantine coast.
Opt for the left side on late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. During the Jordan leg, look closely for the shimmering salt formations along the Dead Sea shoreline.
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Get eSIMs for LebanonDistance: 2,489 km (1,547 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 19 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Route Type: International
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