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DMM → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from King Fahd International Airport (Dammam) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Arabian Gulf coastline during takeoff and provides a direct view of the historic Mount Uhud during the approach into Madinah.
Arabian Gulf Coastline
Spectacular views of the turquoise waters and the industrial ports of the Eastern Province immediately after departure.
Tarout Island
A glimpse of one of the oldest inhabited sites in the Arabian Peninsula, located just off the coast of Qatif.
Mount Uhud
The iconic red granite mountain range located north of Madinah, visible during the final descent pattern.
Madinah Suburbs
A clear view of the expanding modern residential districts and the unique circular road layout of the Holy City.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Hijaz mountains. During the descent into MED, look out for Mount Uhud; its distinct reddish hue is most vibrant during the 'golden hour' before dusk.
Dhahran Urban Area
Aerial view of the sprawling Aramco headquarters and the interconnected cities of Dammam and Al Khobar.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The narrow strip of high-red sand dunes that connects the Great Nafud with the Rub' al Khali.
Harrat Rahat
Massive black volcanic fields and basaltic plateaus that characterize the geology east of Madinah.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for seeing the dramatic contrast between the golden desert sands and the prehistoric black lava flows (Harrat) as you enter the Hejaz region.
Distance: 1,035 km (643 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: Domestic
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