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MCT → LHR
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to London Heathrow Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred for the iconic aerial approach over central London and the diverse views of the Mesopotamian river systems and Turkish highlands.
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Mesopotamian Valley
Aerial tracking of the historic flow of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers through Iraq.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic ridges and high-altitude lakes across the southern Anatolian region of Turkey.
European Capitals
Potential glimpses of Sofia, Belgrade, or Munich depending on the specific airway taken.
London Landmarks
Unbeatable views of the Thames, Tower Bridge, and the Shard during the standard descent into Heathrow.
For the best view of London's skyline, sit on the left for a 'West' landing approach. Morning departures from Muscat mean the sun remains mostly on the right side, providing excellent, glare-free lighting for the left-side windows.
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Persian Gulf
The striking coastal interface between the Arabian desert and the turquoise sea.
Zagros Mountains
Extraordinary geological folds and massive desert mountain scenery along the Iranian border.
Black Sea Coast
The scenic transition from the Anatolian plateau to the deep blue of the Black Sea.
English Channel
Vantage point for watching the world's densest maritime traffic before entering UK airspace.
The right side offers incredible geological textures over the Middle East. If flying during the afternoon, this side will be in the shade for a significant portion of the flight, which is ideal for long-distance photography of the mountain ranges.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 5,834 km (3,625 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 52 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Route Type: International
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