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DEL → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this westbound route to avoid direct sun glare during daytime flights and offers better views of the rugged Hejaz Mountains and the Gulf of Oman coastline.
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Aravalli Range
Ancient mountain folds visible shortly after departing the Delhi NCR region.
Karachi Skyline
Dense urban sprawl of Pakistan's largest city along the coastal belt.
Hejaz Mountains
Dramatic black and brown mountain peaks as you enter the Hijaz region.
Central Nejd Plateau
The vast, rugged interior of the Arabian Peninsula with unique geological formations.
Red Sea Sunset
On afternoon flights, witness the sun setting directly over the horizon.
The right side (Seat F/K) is highly recommended for daylight flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a clearer view of the mountainous terrain approaching the Hijaz region. For photography, the late afternoon light creates deep shadows on the Saudi desert dunes, highlighting their texture.
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Thar Desert
Expanse of golden sand dunes across the Rajasthan-Sindh border.
Indus River Delta
The intricate network of the Indus river meeting the Arabian Sea.
Red Sea Coastline
Turquoise waters and coral reef patterns during the descent into Jeddah.
Jeddah Islamic Port
Aerial view of one of the busiest shipping hubs on the Red Sea.
Choose the left side if you are flying an overnight or very early morning flight to catch the sunrise. On approach to Jeddah, this side offers views of the sprawling southern city developments and the Red Sea's coral fringes.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 3,880 km (2,411 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 34 min
Departure: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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