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SHJ → BEY
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Dubai skyline shortly after departure, followed by the vast Al Nafud desert and the dramatic descent over the Dead Sea and the Lebanese mountains.
Dubai Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the Burj Khalifa and the sprawling urban landscape of Dubai shortly after takeoff from Sharjah.
Al Nafud Desert
Fly over the stunning red and gold sand dunes of the northern Arabian Peninsula in Saudi Arabia.
The Dead Sea
On clear days, see the turquoise waters and salt formations of the world's lowest point on land.
Beqaa Valley
Witness the lush agricultural heartland of Lebanon nestled between the Mount Lebanon and Anti-Lebanon ranges.
Mount Lebanon Range
Dramatic views of limestone peaks that are often capped with snow during the winter and spring months.
Book an afternoon flight to see the sun setting over the Mediterranean as you descend. Ensure you are looking out the window 10-15 minutes after takeoff for the best Dubai views. During winter, the snow on the Lebanese mountains is a highlight on this side.
Persian Gulf Coast
Views of the shimmering Gulf waters and the coastal industrial hubs of the UAE and potentially Kuwait.
Zagros Mountains
On the horizon to the north, you can often see the rugged, high-altitude peaks of the Iranian mountain range.
Euphrates River
Observe the historic river winding through the arid plains as the flight path crosses into the northern Levant.
Mount Hermon
The highest point in the region, Jabal el-Sheikh, stands prominently with its white peak visible for miles.
Beirut Waterfront
During the final approach into BEY, see the Mediterranean coastline and the northern districts of the city.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to avoid direct sunlight and glare. Look for the contrast between the Mesopotamian plains and the start of the Syrian desert. Keep an eye out for Mount Hermon as it marks the final phase of the journey.
Distance: 2,150 km (1,336 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Route Type: International
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