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CGK → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Jakarta) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior variety of landmarks, including the lush islands of the Bay of Bengal and the dramatic entry over the Indian coastline and Saudi volcanic mountains.
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Sumatra Coast
Aerial views of the northern tip of Sumatra and its dense tropical vegetation shortly after takeoff.
Andaman Islands
The scattered emerald islands and bright coral reefs of the Andaman and Nicobar chain.
Western Ghats
The lush green mountain range running along the western coast of the Indian subcontinent.
Mumbai Coastline
A distant view of the sprawling metropolis and the dense maritime traffic in the Arabian Sea.
Hejaz Mountains
The stark, dark volcanic rock formations and ancient mountains surrounding the city of Madinah.
The right side is ideal for morning departures to catch the sun illuminating the Indian coastline. Look out for the Andaman Islands roughly 2.5 hours into the flight. On descent into MED, the right side often provides a more detailed view of the volcanic plains (Harrah) surrounding the holy city.
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Indian Ocean
Expansive views of the deep blue waters during the first half of the journey.
Oman Coastline
The rugged and arid cliffs of the Dhofar region as the flight enters the Arabian Peninsula.
Rub' al Khali
The 'Empty Quarter' features mesmerizing, endless orange sand dunes visible from high altitude.
Asir Mountains
The high-altitude peaks of southwestern Saudi Arabia appearing before the final approach sequence.
Opt for the left side if flying during the late afternoon to witness a spectacular sunset over the Arabian Sea. During the final two hours, watch for the shifting colors of the Empty Quarter as the sun angle changes.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 8,001 km (4,972 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 25 min
Departure: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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