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SHJ → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Makran coastal mountains and the lush Indus River valley, with the potential to spot the distant snow-capped Himalayas during the final approach into Delhi.
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Makran Coastal Range
Stunning, moon-like rock formations and rugged ridges across the Balochistan region.
Indus River
A bird's-eye view of the massive Indus River snaking through the fertile plains of Pakistan.
Thar Desert
The sprawling golden sand dunes of the Great Indian Desert near the Indo-Pak border.
Historic Punjab Cities
Aerial views of ancient settlements like Bahawalpur and Multan as you cross the plains.
Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, the white peaks of the Great Himalayas are visible far to the north during descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. The most dramatic mountain views appear roughly 45-60 minutes after takeoff from Sharjah. Keep your camera ready as you enter Indian airspace for the contrasting colors of the Thar Desert.
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Deep blue waters active with international shipping lanes and oil tankers.
Gwadar Peninsula
The unique hammerhead-shaped landform jutting into the Arabian Sea.
Rann of Kutch
Vast, shimmering white salt flats visible to the south during the mid-flight segment.
Aravali Range
The ancient, weathered peaks of the Aravalis visible during the descent into the NCR region.
Delhi Sprawl
The massive, geometric urban landscape and green belts of New Delhi during the final landing pattern.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the desert. This side offers a better perspective of the Arabian Sea coastline and the unique salt marshes of Gujarat. Watch for the city lights of Delhi if arriving after dark.
Book Hotels in DelhiDistance: 2,167 km (1,347 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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