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GVA → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Mont Blanc shortly after takeoff and the iconic green ribbon of the Nile River cutting through the Egyptian desert, followed by a scenic approach over the Red Sea.
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Mont Blanc
Europe's highest peak is often visible in its full majesty just minutes after leaving Geneva.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Beautiful views of the Italian coast and distant glimpses of Corsica and Sardinia.
Nile Delta
The sharp contrast where the lush green vegetation of the Nile meets the stark yellow desert sands.
Egyptian Eastern Desert
Vast stretches of wind-sculpted sand dunes and deep wadis stretching toward the Red Sea.
Red Sea Shipping
Cargo ships queuing for the Suez Canal and vibrant coral reef systems near the coast.
The right side is essential for seeing the Nile and the approach into Jeddah over the Red Sea. For flights departing Geneva in the afternoon, the sun will be on this side, so be prepared for some glare until you reach Egypt. If the flight lands during sunset, the colors over the Red Sea are breathtaking.
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Lake Geneva
A stunning view of the crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the Jet d'Eau fountain immediately after departure.
Bernese Alps
Detailed views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Adriatic Coast
The intricate coastline of Italy and the sparkling waters of the Adriatic Sea as you cross the Mediterranean.
Sinai Peninsula
The rugged, reddish-brown landscape of Mount Sinai and the Gulf of Aqaba.
Hejaz Mountains
The dramatic dark volcanic peaks of western Saudi Arabia as you descend toward Jeddah.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun as it moves south. This side provides the best views of the Swiss peaks and the northern Sinai desert. In winter, the snow-capped peaks of the Alps are much more prominent on this side.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 4,040 km (2,510 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 45 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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