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MCT → LHE
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to Alama Iqbal International Airport (Lahore)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic geological views, featuring the rugged Makran Coastal Range and the majestic Sulaiman Mountains as you transition from the Gulf of Oman into the heart of Pakistan.
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Al Batinah Coast
Visible immediately after takeoff, showcasing the thin green fertile strip of Oman sandwiched between the sea and the mountains.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning lunar-like landscapes and jagged rock formations as the flight enters Pakistani airspace near Gwadar.
Balochistan Plateau
Vast, desolate stretches of high-altitude desert with intricate erosion patterns visible from cruising altitude.
Sulaiman Mountain Range
Impressive mountain ridges that mark the transition from the arid plateau to the fertile Indus River basin.
Indus River
The massive, winding silver ribbon of the Indus River carving through the landscape as you approach the Punjab region.
For the clearest views of the mountains, choose a morning flight to avoid the hazy glare of the afternoon sun. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best coastal rock formations. During winter, look for light snow dustings on the higher peaks of the Sulaiman range.
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Muscat Cityscape
A beautiful view of the white-washed buildings of Muscat and the Al Hajar mountains framing the city during departure.
Port of Sohar
One of the region's largest industrial hubs, identifiable by its massive shipping containers and tankers in the Gulf of Oman.
Arabian Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue Arabian Sea where the water meets the sky in a seamless horizon.
Punjab Plains
A vibrant patchwork of green and gold agricultural fields that dominate the landscape as the plane descends into Lahore.
Indo-Pak Border
On night flights, the brightly lit security fence between Pakistan and India appears as a distinct orange line near Lahore.
The right side is excellent for night flights; the border lighting between India and Pakistan is a unique sight. When landing at LHE, this side often provides a better view of the urban sprawl of Lahore and the Badshahi Mosque if the approach comes from the south.
Book Hotels in LahoreDistance: 1,814 km (1,127 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: LHE (31.5216007232666, 74.40360260009766)
Route Type: International
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