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SHJ â NJF
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Al Najaf International Airport (Najaf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the Sharjah skyline at takeoff and the most significant religious and historical landmarks of Najaf, including the gold-domed Imam Ali Shrine and the immense Wadi-us-Salaam cemetery on the final descent.
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Sharjah Waterfront
Aerial views of Khalid Lagoon and the city's distinctive skyscrapers during departure.
Gulf Shipping Lanes
Spotting large cargo ships and oil tankers navigating the strategic Persian Gulf.
Iraqi Oil Infrastructure
Views of gas flaring and industrial grids in the oil-rich regions of southern Iraq.
Mesopotamian Desert
The vast, arid landscapes and sand dunes characteristic of the Arabian Peninsula's northern edge.
Imam Ali Shrine
The magnificent golden dome and minarets of one of Islam's holiest sites.
Wadi-us-Salaam
The 'Valley of Peace,' the world's largest cemetery, covering over 1,400 acres.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is critical for seeing the historic center of Najaf. Use high-speed photography for the cemetery, as its scale is best captured from altitude. Use a polarising filter to cut through desert haze.
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Northern Emirates
A panoramic view of the coastlines of Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.
Kuwait City
Distant views of the Kuwait Towers and the urban sprawl of the capital.
Bubiyan Island
The uninhabited marshy island located at the mouth of the Shatt al-Arab.
Euphrates Green Belt
The lush agricultural land bordering the historic Euphrates River.
Lake Milh
A large, blue-water reservoir also known as Lake Razazza standing out against the desert.
The right side is ideal for seeing the geography of the Euphrates river basin. If traveling during the late afternoon, this side will offer views of the sunset over the desert, though glare may be a factor. Watch for the stark contrast between the green riverbanks and the surrounding sand.
Book Hotels in NajafDistance: 1,312 km (815 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 45 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: NJF (31.989853000000004, 44.404317)
Route Type: International
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