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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Al Hajar Mountains immediately after takeoff and unparalleled views of the massive dune formations of the Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter) during the middle of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
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Al Hajar Mountains

Breathtaking views of the rugged Jebel Shams area and deep limestone canyons shortly after leaving Muscat.

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Rub' al Khali Edge

Witness the northern fringes of the world's largest contiguous sand desert with its mesmerizing star-shaped dunes.

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Sarawat Mountains

As you approach the Hejaz region, the terrain rises into the dark, jagged peaks that run parallel to the Red Sea.

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Stone Villages

Spot ancient mountain settlements perched on the edges of steep Omani wadis.

Sit on the left for the most dramatic mountain scenery leaving Oman. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, reducing glare for photography. Look out for the sharp transition from the green Omani interior to the stark orange sands of the desert.

Right Side Highlights
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Gulf of Oman

A beautiful vista of the turquoise coastline and the Batinah coastal plain during the initial ascent.

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Batinah Orchards

The narrow green strip of date palms and agriculture visible between the mountains and the sea.

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Central Plateau

Expansive views of the Arabian Shield's flat, rocky plains and volcanic features in central Saudi Arabia.

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Jeddah North

Views of the expanding urban landscape and the Red Sea horizon during the final approach into King Abdulaziz International.

The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. During the approach to Jeddah, if the wind is from the north, you may get a glimpse of the King Fahd's Fountain and the Red Sea coastline as the plane banks for landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,973 km (1,226 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min

Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)

Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)

Route Type: International

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