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SHJ → SLL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Salalah Airport (Salalah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more varied perspective, combining the rugged terrain of the Hajar Mountains with the vast expanse of the Arabian Sea and the dramatic coastal approach into Salalah.
Hajar Mountain Range
Dramatic, jagged peaks that define the border between the UAE and Oman shortly after takeoff.
Gulf of Oman Coastline
Views of the turquoise waters meeting the Al Batinah coastal plains as the flight heads south.
Sharqiya Sands Horizon
The distant, shimmering golden edge of the Wahiba Sands desert as you cross central Oman.
Arabian Sea
Deep blue oceanic views as the aircraft begins its turn toward the Dhofar coastline.
Dhofar Cliffs
The striking limestone cliffs and white sandy beaches of Taqah and Salalah during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. If traveling during the Khareef (monsoon) season from July to September, this side provides the best view of the misty clouds meeting the emerald-green coastline of Salalah.
UAE Urban Landscape
Distant views of the Sharjah and Dubai skylines depending on the departure flight path.
Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter)
The world's largest contiguous sand desert, showing massive star-shaped dunes and orange sands.
Omani Interior Plains
The vast, desolate beauty of the central gravel plains, showcasing unique geological patterns.
Jabal Qara Mountains
The inland face of the Dhofar mountains, which act as a barrier to the seasonal monsoon mists.
Wadi Dawkah Vistas
The frankincense valleys of the interior, appearing as small green clusters against the desert floor.
The right side is ideal for desert enthusiasts who want to see the scale of the Empty Quarter. Late afternoon flights on this side offer beautiful 'golden hour' lighting over the sand dunes, though it can get quite warm from the sun hitting the window.
Distance: 934 km (580 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: SLL (17.038700103759766, 54.09130096435547)
Route Type: International
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