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DXBJED

Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Dubai Skyline

Unrivaled views of the Burj Khalifa and the dense skyscrapers of Downtown Dubai shortly after departing DXB.

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Rub' al Khali

The northern edges of the world's largest contiguous sand desert, showing vast orange dune patterns.

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Hejaz Mountains

Rugged, dark volcanic rock formations and high peaks that characterize the western edge of the Arabian Peninsula.

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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.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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The Persian Gulf

Views of the turquoise coastal waters and the northern emirates like Sharjah and Ajman during climb-out.

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Al-Qassim Greenery

Circular irrigation patterns creating green dots in the middle of the arid desert landscape near central Saudi Arabia.

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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.

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Route Information

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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