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DOH → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamad International Airport (Doha) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including Qatar's man-made islands, the world's largest date palm oasis at Al-Ahsa, and the dramatic geological drop-off of the Tuwaiq Escarpment.
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The Pearl-Qatar
The iconic man-made archipelago and the neighboring Lusail City development visible shortly after takeoff.
Al-Ahsa Oasis
A UNESCO site featuring a massive sea of green palm trees amidst the golden desert sands.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The dramatic limestone cliff 'Edge of the World' that runs for 800km through central Arabia.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The 'river of sand' characterized by its distinct reddish tint connecting the northern and southern deserts.
Hejaz Mountains
Rugged, dark granite peaks and deep valley systems that signal the approach to the holy city.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to catch the sunset illuminating the Tuwaiq cliffs. Look out for the circular 'center-pivot' irrigation farms near central Saudi Arabia, which appear as perfect green circles in the sand. This side also provides the best perspective of the Hejaz range's complex geography.
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Doha Skyline
Panoramic views of the West Bay skyscrapers and the Museum of Islamic Art during departure.
Rub' al Khali Fringe
The northern edges of the Empty Quarter, showing vast, undulating orange sand dunes.
Ghawar Oil Field
Visual scale of the world's largest onshore oil field with its vast network of roads and facilities.
Harrat Rahat
Extensive black basaltic volcanic fields that contrast sharply with the desert floor near Madinah.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 20 minutes of the flight when passing over the prehistoric lava flows south of Madinah. Use a polarized lens for photos to cut through the desert haze.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 1,203 km (748 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: DOH (25.273056, 51.608056)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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