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MCT β SLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to Salalah Airport (Salalah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior variety of landscapes, showcasing the rugged Al Hajar peaks, the golden dunes of the Sharqiya Sands, and the dramatic transition to the Dhofar mountain range.
Al Hajar Mountains
Dramatic views of the jagged Western Hajar range immediately following departure from Muscat.
Sharqiya Sands
The edge of the vast Wahiba desert, featuring rolling longitudinal dunes that stretch toward the horizon.
Jiddat al-Harasis
The expansive stony desert plateau of central Oman, home to the Arabian Oryx Sanctuary.
Dhofar Mountains
The striking Qara mountain range, which appears remarkably green and mist-covered during the Khareef season.
Salalah Coastal Plain
A view of the cityβs lush coconut and banana plantations as the aircraft descends into Salalah.
The right side is highly recommended during the Khareef (monsoon) season from July to September to witness the incredible transformation of the Dhofar mountains from brown to vibrant green. For photography, late afternoon flights offer the best lighting over the desert dunes and mountain ridges.
Muscat Coastline
Aerial views of the turquoise waters and rugged limestone cliffs surrounding the capital city shortly after takeoff.
Barr Al Hikman
A glimpse of the white salt flats and shallow coastal lagoons known as the 'Everglades of Oman' near the halfway point.
Arabian Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue Indian Ocean, particularly striking during early morning sunrise flights.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Arabian Sea. It is also the best side for viewing the coastal lagoons of the central region if the flight path stays closer to the shoreline. Look for the contrast between the white sands and turquoise water near Mahout.
Distance: 850 km (528 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: SLL (17.038700103759766, 54.09130096435547)
Route Type: Domestic
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