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CDG → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Nile Delta, the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal, and the stunning contrast between the Egyptian desert and the deep blue Red Sea.
Paris Skyline
A final look at the Eiffel Tower and the circular layout of Paris depending on the takeoff direction from CDG.
Italian Lakes
Stunning views of Lake Maggiore or Lake Como as the flight bypasses the western edge of the Alps.
Nile Delta
The incredible green triangle of fertile land meeting the Mediterranean, sharply contrasted by the Sahara desert.
Suez Canal
A birds-eye view of the world's most famous shipping lane with container ships lined up like toys.
Eastern Desert
The dramatic, arid landscapes of Egypt's Eastern Desert as the plane heads south toward the Red Sea.
Jeddah Corniche
The modern skyline of Jeddah and the world's tallest fountain, King Fahd's Fountain, upon the final descent.
The right side is ideal for catching the Suez Canal transition. During late afternoon flights, the sunset over the Red Sea provides a spectacular backdrop for the descent into Jeddah. Use a map app to spot the Pyramids of Giza, which may be visible in the distance west of Cairo.
The Swiss Alps
Dramatic views of the snow-capped Bernese and Valais Alps shortly after departing French airspace.
Adriatic Coastline
The rugged, indented coastline of Croatia and the turquoise waters of the Balkan Peninsula.
Sinai Peninsula
The stark, jagged granite peaks of Mount Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery visible from high altitude.
Saudi Red Sea Coast
Vibrant coral reef systems and the emerging luxury developments of the Red Sea Project near Yanbu.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Alpine peaks. Keep an eye out for the rugged landscape of Greece and the islands of the Aegean Sea as you transition toward Africa.
Distance: 4,427 km (2,751 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 12 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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