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BEY → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the Dead Sea and the dramatic transition from the Mediterranean coastline to the stark volcanic landscapes of Saudi Arabia.
Levantine Coastline
Clear views of the Mediterranean shoreline and the coastal cities of Sidon and Tyre.
The Dead Sea
A magnificent view of the world's lowest point, featuring turquoise waters and white salt crusts.
Wadi Rum Fringe
Distal views of the iconic red sandstone mountains and desert valleys near the Jordan-Saudi border.
Harrat Khaybar
Incredible aerial views of ancient black volcanic lava fields and craters on approach to Madinah.
Choose the right side for the iconic Dead Sea view, which is the highlight of the trip; look down about 20-30 minutes after takeoff. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photographing the volcanic fields (Harrat) of Saudi Arabia, as the low sun creates dramatic shadows on the craters.
Mount Lebanon Range
Stunning views of the snow-capped Qurnat as Sawda peaks immediately after takeoff.
Amman Cityscape
The sprawling white-stone hills of the Jordanian capital visible during the mid-flight segment.
An Nafud Desert
Expansive golden dunes stretching toward the horizon as the flight enters Saudi airspace.
Mount Uhud
The historic red-granite mountain located north of Madinah, visible during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and heat. This side provides the best perspective of the inland mountain ranges of Lebanon and the urban density of Amman. Keep an eye out for the green patches of the Beqaa Valley shortly after departure.
Distance: 1,108 km (688 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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