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CAN → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (North-facing) is superior as it offers a glimpse of the distant Himalayan peaks, the rugged Yunnan plateau, and the dramatic Hajar Mountains of the Middle East, avoiding the glare of the southern sun for much of the journey.
Himalayan Horizon
On clear days, the distant snow-capped silhouettes of the world's highest mountains are visible to the north.
Yunnan Plateau
Dramatic karst topography and winding rivers through the mountainous terrain of Southern China.
Northern Indian Lights
The sparkling, dense urban grids of New Delhi and surrounding NCR cities during night flights.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, moon-like rocky landscapes of Oman and the UAE as the aircraft makes landfall.
Riyadh Cityscape
The iconic Kingdom Centre and modern skyscrapers of the Olaya district during the final approach.
The right side provides the best shadow for photography, avoiding direct sunlight. Watch for the 'Grand Canyon of Oman' during the crossing into the Arabian Peninsula. Night flights on this side offer spectacular views of the highly illuminated cities across the Indian subcontinent.
Pearl River Delta
Aerial views of the massive urban clusters of Guangzhou and Foshan immediately after takeoff.
Bay of Bengal
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean often dotted with white clouds and cargo vessels during the mid-flight segment.
Konkan Coast
The lush green coastline of Western India, visible if the flight path tracks across the subcontinent.
Rub' al Khali
The northern fringes of the 'Empty Quarter', showcasing endless waves of orange and gold sand dunes.
Saudi Industrial Sites
Large-scale infrastructure and industrial plants near the Eastern Province as you enter Saudi airspace.
Sit on the left for early morning departures to catch the sunrise over the South China Sea. However, be prepared for significant glare during the midday portion of the flight. This side is better for seeing the coastal transition from the Arabian Sea to the desert.
Distance: 6,686 km (4,154 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 52 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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