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AHB → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Abha Regional Airport (Abha) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning panoramic view of the Red Sea coastline, the massive urban sprawl of Jeddah, and the unique turquoise coral reefs of the Tihama coast.
Red Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the deep blue Red Sea meeting the white sands of the Arabian coast.
Jeddah Cityscape
Aerial perspective of the King Fahd Fountain and the rapidly developing waterfront corniche.
King Abdullah Economic City
A clear view of the modern port facilities and planned urban layout of KAEC and Rabigh.
Coastal Reefs
Intricate patterns of coral reefs and shallow lagoons visible during the descent phase.
Book an evening flight to witness a spectacular sunset over the Red Sea. Mid-day flights provide the best water clarity for seeing coral formations. Sit well ahead of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Jeddah skyline during the mid-flight transit.
Sarawat Mountains
The dramatic, jagged peaks stretching north from Abha, often shrouded in light mist.
Taif Escarpment
The steep mountain passes and winding roads that lead from the high plateau down to the plains.
Harrat Rahat
Massive, ancient black volcanic lava fields that create a stark contrast with the desert sand.
Mount Uhud
The historic mountain landmark on the northern edge of Madinah visible during final approach.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to see the sun illuminating the eastern faces of the Hijaz mountains. Use a high shutter speed for photos of the volcanic 'Harrat' fields, which appear approximately 20 minutes before landing. Look for the green patches of Taif's agricultural terraces early in the flight.
Distance: 766 km (476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: AHB (18.2404003143, 42.65660095210001)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: Domestic
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