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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic approach into the UAE, featuring the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf and the iconic skylines of Sharjah and Dubai.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Syr Darya River

The winding path of one of Central Asia's most important rivers seen shortly after departure.

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Karakum Gas Fields

Visible industrial flares and desert infrastructure while crossing Turkmenistan.

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Isfahan & Central Iran

Potential views of major Iranian urban centers and the surrounding agricultural oases.

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Persian Gulf Coastline

The striking contrast between the deep blue gulf waters and the white sandy shores of the UAE.

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Dubai Skyline

On clear days, the Burj Khalifa and the distant skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed Road are visible during the descent into SHJ.

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Sharjah Waterfront

Direct views of Khalid Lagoon, Al Majaz Waterfront, and the Sharjah Corniche just before touchdown.

Choose the right side for the 'money shot' of the UAE coast. During afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you as you fly south, providing excellent lighting for photography of the Persian Gulf and the Sharjah lagoons.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Tashkent Cityscape

Aerial views of the Uzbek capital's grid layout and the Tashkent TV Tower shortly after takeoff.

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Kyzylkum Desert

Vast stretches of red sand dunes and arid landscapes across southern Uzbekistan.

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Kopet Dag Mountains

Rugged mountain ridges marking the natural border between Turkmenistan and Iran.

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Dasht-e Kavir

The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring unique salt crust formations and patterns visible from cruise altitude.

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Southern Zagros Peaks

Dramatic limestone ridges and deep canyons of the eastern Zagros range in Iran.

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Sharjah Industrial Area

Clear views of the Sharjah interior and the Hajar Mountains in the distance during the final descent.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while viewing the Iranian plateaus. It is also the better side for spotting the remote mountain villages of the Zagros range.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,179 km (1,354 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min

Departure: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)

Arrival: SHJ (25.32859992980957, 55.5172004699707)

Route Type: International

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