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SHJ → TUK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharjah International Airport (Sharjah) to Turbat International Airport (Turbat)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Makran Coastal Range and the intricate geological formations of the Balochistan province upon approach into Turbat.
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Sharjah and Ajman Coastline
Aerial view of the dense urban grid, lagoons, and the Khalid Lake area immediately after departure.
Strait of Hormuz Entrance
Distant views of the deep blue waters where the Gulf of Oman meets the Persian Gulf.
Makran Coastal Range
Spectacular jagged mountain ridges and fold mountains that characterize the southern edge of the Iranian Plateau.
Kech District Badlands
Stunning 'moonscape' erosion patterns and arid sedimentary structures unique to the Balochistan region.
Turbat Date Orchards
Green patches of date palm plantations contrasting sharply with the surrounding desert as you descend.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane, providing better lighting for photography of the Pakistani mountains. Watch for the 'Hingol' style rock formations as the plane crosses the coastline. Polarized sunglasses will help reduce the haze common over the Gulf of Oman.
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Depending on the takeoff direction, a distant view of the Burj Khalifa and the high-rise clusters of the UAE.
Arabian Sea Shipping Lanes
Observation of tankers and cargo vessels navigating one of the world's busiest maritime corridors.
Gwadar Peninsula
Occasional distant views of the 'Hammerhead' shaped peninsula of Gwadar if the flight path tracks slightly south.
Continental Shelf Drop-off
The visible transition from the shallow coastal waters of the UAE to the deep blues of the Arabian Sea.
On evening flights, the right side may offer views of the sunset over the sea. Keep an eye out for the unique silt patterns where the Dasht River meets the ocean near the border. This side is typically brighter due to southern exposure, so window shades may be needed more often.
Book Hotels in TurbatDistance: 756 km (470 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)
Arrival: TUK (25.98640060424805, 63.03020095825195)
Route Type: International
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