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DMM → TIF
Which side of the plane to sit from King Fahd International Airport (Dammam) to Ta’if Regional Airport (Taif)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Riyadh skyline mid-flight and the dramatic cliffs of the Tuwayq Escarpment, concluding with a scenic approach over the Hijaz mountain peaks.
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Riyadh Skyline
A distant but clear view of the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center towers piercing the horizon as you pass the capital.
Tuwayq Escarpment
The dramatic limestone cliffs known as the 'Edge of the World' that slice through the central Arabian plateau.
Sarawat Mountains
The rugged, dark volcanic peaks and high-altitude plateaus that signal the approach into the mountainous Taif region.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the sunset over the Hijaz mountains. Focus your attention about 35-45 minutes into the flight for the best view of Riyadh. As the plane descends into Taif, the terrain becomes significantly more vertical and rocky, offering excellent photo opportunities of the mountain winding roads.
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Half Moon Bay
Aerial view of the iconic crescent-shaped coastline and turquoise waters near Dhahran shortly after takeoff.
Ad-Dahna Desert
Crossing the 'River of Red Sand,' a narrow strip of high-altitude sand dunes connecting the An Nafud and Rub' al Khali deserts.
Southern Riyadh Suburbs
Overview of the rapid urban expansion and geometric patterns of the capital's southern residential districts.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides the best views of the Eastern Province's coastline immediately after departure from DMM. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from coastal salt flats to deep orange desert dunes within the first 20 minutes of flight.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 1,091 km (678 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)
Arrival: TIF (21.483001, 40.543442)
Route Type: Domestic
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