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DXB → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Dubai International Airport (Dubai) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers the iconic view of the Dubai skyline and the Burj Khalifa immediately after takeoff, followed by the dramatic peaks of the Hejaz mountains near the destination.
Dubai Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Downtown Dubai shortly after departing DXB.
Rub' al Khali
The northern edges of the world's largest contiguous sand desert, showing vast orange dune patterns.
Hejaz Mountains
Rugged, dark volcanic rock formations and high peaks that characterize the western edge of the Arabian Peninsula.
Mecca Approaches
As you descend into Jeddah, the mountainous terrain surrounding the holy city of Mecca is visible to the south.
Book an 'A' window seat for the best angle on the Dubai skyline. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or overhead, providing excellent clarity for photographing the desert and mountain textures without glare.
The Persian Gulf
Views of the turquoise coastal waters and the northern emirates like Sharjah and Ajman during climb-out.
Al-Qassim Greenery
Circular irrigation patterns creating green dots in the middle of the arid desert landscape near central Saudi Arabia.
Red Sea Horizon
As you approach Jeddah, the shimmering Red Sea opens up on the horizon, especially beautiful during sunset flights.
Choose a 'K' seat for the best view of the Red Sea coast upon arrival. If flying in the late afternoon or evening, this side offers spectacular sunset views over the water as the plane turns toward King Abdulaziz International.
Distance: 1,699 km (1,056 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min
Departure: DXB (25.252799987800003, 55.3643989563)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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