GIZ → RUH

Sarawat Mountain Range

Dramatic, rugged peaks of the Asir region rising sharply from the coastal plains immediately after takeoff.

Asir Highlands

High-altitude landscapes near Abha and Khamis Mushait, often featuring mist-filled valleys and terraced mountainsides.

Wadi ad-Dawasir Circles

Vibrant green circular irrigation farms that appear like geometric art in the middle of the golden desert sands.

Tuwaiq Escarpment

The massive 'Edge of the World' limestone cliffs that cut through the Najd plateau as the plane descends toward Riyadh.

Riyadh Urban Expansion

A clear view of the sprawling capital, including the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center landmarks on the final approach.

Red Sea Coastline

Panoramic views of the Gizan shoreline and the turquoise waters bordering the Tihama plain during the initial climb.

Farasan Islands View

Distant glimpses of the Farasan archipelago rising from the Red Sea shortly after departing Gizan Regional.

Ancient Lava Fields

Views of dark, basaltic volcanic fields (harrat) scattered across the western desert landscape mid-flight.

Red Sea Sunset

On late afternoon flights, this side offers front-row seats to the sun dipping below the western horizon over the sea.