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MED → MCT
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah) to Muscat International Airport (Muscat)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Rub' al Khali's massive dune systems and the rugged, limestone peaks of the Omani Hajar Mountains during the descent into Muscat.
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Madinah Cityscape
A stunning aerial perspective of the city of Madinah and its surrounding mountains immediately after departure.
The Empty Quarter
Incredible views of the Rub' al Khali, featuring massive linear and star-shaped sand dunes in vibrant orange hues.
Jebel Akhdar
The 'Green Mountain' of Oman, known for its high-altitude plateaus and dramatic vertical drops.
Muscat Coastline
Rugged limestone cliffs meeting the turquoise sea as the plane banks for its final approach into MCT.
The right side is superior for morning flights as the sun illuminates the desert dunes. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the dramatic mountain-to-sea scenery of the Omani coastline.
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Harrat Rahat
Expansive black volcanic lava fields visible shortly after takeoff from Madinah.
Riyadh Distant View
On clear days, the sprawling capital of Saudi Arabia can be seen to the north of the flight path.
Gulf of Oman Horizon
As the flight approaches Muscat, the deep blue waters of the Gulf appear on the horizon.
Northern Hajar Range
Jagged mountain ridges that define the landscape of Northern Oman and the UAE border.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to minimize direct sun glare. This side provides a better view of the transition from the central Arabian plateau to the coastal plains of the Gulf.
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Get eSIMs for OmanDistance: 1,888 km (1,173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)
Route Type: International
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