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SHJ → DOK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Donetsk International Airport (Donetsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic landscapes, including the jagged Zagros Mountains, the Absheron Peninsula, and the majestic peaks of the Greater Caucasus Range.
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Persian Gulf
Turquoise waters and the intricate coastline of the UAE and Iran.
Zagros Mountains
Aerial perspective of the folded mountain belts and deep canyons of Western Iran.
Absheron Peninsula
Views of Baku and the unique geological formations extending into the Caspian Sea.
Greater Caucasus
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks including Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest point.
Sea of Azov
The distinctive coastline and shallow blue waters marking the approach to Ukraine.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Caucasus Mountains, usually seen in the final third of the journey. Early morning departures offer stunning long shadows over the Iranian plateaus.
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A clear view of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of the neighboring emirate.
Iranian Plateau
Vast desert expanses and unique salt lake formations in central Iran.
Central Caspian
The deep blue horizon of the world's largest inland sea.
Russian Steppes
The transition from rugged mountains to the sprawling, fertile plains of Southern Russia.
Industrial Donbas
The landscape of mining and industry characteristic of the region surrounding Donetsk.
The right side is ideal for the initial climb to see the urban sprawl of the UAE. During the cruise, it offers a wider view of the Caspian Sea's vastness. In winter, look for frozen patterns along the northern edges of the water bodies.
Book Hotels in DonetskDistance: 2,969 km (1,845 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: DOK (48.07360076904297, 37.73970031738281)
Route Type: International
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