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Which side of the plane to sit from Bisha Airport (Bisha) to King Fahd International Airport (Dammam)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the massive Al-Hasa Oasis and the stunning transition from the golden sands of the Eastern Province to the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf upon approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Al-Hasa Oasis

The largest oasis in the world, appearing as a massive sea of green date palms amidst the desert.

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Ghawar Field

Aerial perspective of the surface infrastructure of the world's largest onshore oil field.

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Arabian Gulf Coastline

The sparkling blue waters and complex salt flats (Sabkhas) visible as the plane descends into Dammam.

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King Fahd Causeway

On clear days during the landing pattern, you can spot the bridge connecting Saudi Arabia to Bahrain.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular golden-hour views of the desert. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight to capture the contrast between the green Al-Hasa region and the surrounding sands.

Left Side Highlights
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Tuwaiq Escarpment

The dramatic limestone cliffs that cut through the central plateau of the Najd region.

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Ad-Dahna Desert

A striking corridor of reddish sand dunes that connects the Great Nafud with the Rub' al Khali.

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Industrial Infrastructure

Views of the sprawling energy and manufacturing plants that define the outskirts of the Eastern Province.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a better view of the rugged geological formations of central Saudi Arabia and the vast, empty expanses of the northern Najd.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,028 km (639 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: BHH (19.984399795532227, 42.62089920043945)

Arrival: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)

Route Type: Domestic

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