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AMM → SAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Queen Alia International Airport (Amman) to Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers unparalleled views of the Red Sea coastline, the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, and the dramatic, cloud-piercing peaks of the Asir and Sarawat mountain ranges.
Gulf of Aqaba
Stunning contrast between the deep blue sea and the rugged mountains of the Sinai Peninsula.
Red Sea Reefs
Intricate coral reef systems and turquoise lagoons visible along the Saudi Arabian coastline.
Asir Mountains
Dramatic, high-altitude peaks that rise sharply from the Tihama coastal plain.
Harrat Lava Fields
Extensive dark volcanic basalt fields located between Medina and the Yemeni border.
Jeddah Skyline
Distal views of the 'Bride of the Red Sea' and its sprawling coastal infrastructure.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to witness spectacular sunsets over the Red Sea. This side provides the most topographic variety, transitioning from sea level to peaks exceeding 3,000 meters. Use a window seat to spot the sharp escarpments where the Arabian plate drops toward the sea.
Jordanian Badia
Vast stretches of basalt desert and reddish sands shortly after departing Amman.
Nafud Desert Fringes
Aerial views of the northern Arabian desert's rolling dunes and ancient seasonal riverbeds.
Sanaa Basin
The high-altitude plateau surroundings as the plane descends into the heart of Yemen.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the unique circular irrigation patterns in the Saudi desert. During the final approach into Sanaa, look for the unique multi-story traditional Yemeni architecture visible on the city's outskirts.
Distance: 1,990 km (1,237 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Arrival: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Route Type: International
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