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Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Lar Airport (Lar)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft offers a more diverse range of landmarks, including the northern UAE coastline, the dramatic Musandam Peninsula, and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Right Side Highlights
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Northern Emirates Coast

Bird's eye view of Ajman and Umm Al Quwain as the aircraft gains altitude.

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Musandam Peninsula

Dramatic views of the 'Fjords of Arabia' where the rugged mountains meet the sea.

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Strait of Hormuz

The narrow strategic waterway separating the Arabian Peninsula from Iran.

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Hormuz Island

Visible as a reddish, circular geological formation known for its salt domes.

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Bandar Abbas

The bustling Iranian port city and naval base visible during the northern leg of the journey.

Choose the right side for the most iconic geographic features. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Musandam Peninsula. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the plane crosses the coastline.

Left Side Highlights
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Dubai Skyline

Distant but clear views of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown Sharjah-Dubai corridor shortly after takeoff.

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The World Islands

Aerial perspective of the artificial archipelago situated off the coast of Dubai.

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Persian Gulf

Expansive views of the turquoise waters and various oil tankers traversing the shipping lanes.

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Southern Zagros Range

The rugged, arid landscape of southern Iran as the flight descends toward Lar.

Sit on the left if you want a chance to see the distant glow of the Dubai skyline during sunset flights. The glare can be intense during midday flights as you head north-northwest.

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Route Information

Distance: 284 km (176 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 28 min

Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)

Arrival: LRR (27.6746997833, 54.3833007812)

Route Type: International

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