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MCT → ZNZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Muscat International Airport (Muscat) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (Zanzibar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft provides a stunning sequence of geography, from the jagged peaks of Oman to the dramatic coastlines of East Africa and the final approach over Zanzibar's turquoise reefs.
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Al Hajar Mountains
Dramatic, rocky mountain ranges visible immediately after takeoff from Muscat.
Rub' al Khali Edge
Views of the golden Omani desert sands meeting the coast near the Dhofar region.
Horn of Africa
The rugged and desolate coastline of Somalia as the flight enters African airspace.
Kenyan Coastline
The beautiful white sands and tropical reefs of Malindi and Mombasa from high altitude.
Stone Town
A perfect aerial view of Zanzibar's historic capital and its winding alleys during landing.
Request a window seat on the right for the best land views. This side provides the most action throughout the flight, from the Omani mountains to the African coastline. For the approach into Zanzibar, the right side usually offers the iconic view of the island's turquoise waters and the historic Stone Town architecture. Choose a flight arriving before 4:00 PM to capture the most vibrant water colors.
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Arabian Sea Expanse
A vast, deep blue view of the ocean connecting the Middle East to Africa.
Indian Ocean Sunrise
Spectacular light shows over the water on early morning departures from Muscat.
Pemba Island
Distant views of Zanzibar's sister island, known for its lush green terrain and coral reefs.
Maritime Routes
Spotting large cargo ships and tankers navigating the busy shipping lanes towards the Gulf of Aden.
The left side is most beneficial for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the water. During the final approach to ZNZ, this side occasionally catches a glimpse of the outer coral atolls if the plane approaches from the south. This side is generally quieter visually once over the open sea.
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Get eSIMs for TanzaniaDistance: 3,908 km (2,428 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 36 min
Departure: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Arrival: ZNZ (-6.22202, 39.224899)
Route Type: International
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