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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side offers the most dramatic views of the Italian Alps immediately after takeoff, the stunning archipelago of the Croatian coast, and a glare-free perspective of the Persian Gulf's northern coastline.

Left Side Highlights
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Pennine Alps

Breathtaking views of Monte Rosa and the snow-capped Italian-Swiss border peaks shortly after departure from MXP.

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Dalmatian Archipelago

The intricate network of thousands of islands along the Croatian coastline as you cross the Adriatic.

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Taurus Mountains

The rugged, high-altitude ridges of Southern Turkey, often snow-dusted in winter months.

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Iranian Coastline

Dramatic views of the Zagros Mountains meeting the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf.

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Hajar Mountains

The sharp, dark limestone peaks of Northern Oman during the final descent into Muscat.

Sit on the Left Side to avoid direct sunlight and window glare when flying southeast during the day. This side provides a better angle for the Alps during departure and avoids the harsh desert sun over the Middle East. For night flights, look out for the dense clusters of lights along the Kuwaiti and Emirati coasts.

Right Side Highlights
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Venice and the Lagoon

On many departure paths, the distinctive S-curve of the Grand Canal and the Venetian lagoon are visible to the south.

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Mesopotamian Plains

The winding paths of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers through the historical cradle of civilization.

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Arabian Desert

The vast, golden sand dunes of the northern Rub' al Khali stretching toward the horizon.

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Dubai & UAE Skyline

Distant but iconic views of the Burj Khalifa and the high-rise clusters of the Emirates during the approach phase.

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Muscat Cityscape

The white-washed architecture of the Omani capital nestled between the mountains and the sea.

The Right Side is ideal if you want to see the modern architectural marvels of the UAE and the vast desert expanses. Be aware that this side will face the sun for most of the flight, making photography difficult without a polarized filter. Choose this side for spectacular sunset views if your flight departs in the late afternoon.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,051 km (3,139 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 57 min

Departure: MXP (45.6306, 8.728110000000001)

Arrival: MCT (23.593299865722656, 58.284400939941406)

Route Type: International

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