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HMB → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sohag International Airport (Sohag) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Nile River's lush green belt immediately after takeoff, followed by the most vibrant coral reef patterns while crossing the Red Sea and better lighting for photography on daytime flights.
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The Nile Valley
A stunning contrast between the vibrant green agricultural strip and the harsh yellow Saharan sands near Sohag.
Eastern Desert Plateaus
Rugged limestone mountains and deep wadis carving through the Egyptian desert towards the coast.
Red Sea Coral Reefs
Aerial views of turquoise lagoons and intricate reef systems near the coast of Hurghada during the crossing.
Midian Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks of the northern Hejaz range as you enter Saudi Arabian airspace.
North Riyadh Expansion
The modern urban sprawl and geometric patterns of Riyadh's northern suburbs during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides the best view of the Nile's curvature northward. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the Red Sea coastline where the water clarity is most visible.
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Upper Egypt Vistas
Looking south toward the ancient lands of Luxor and the wide expanses of the southern Egyptian desert.
Ghalib Coastline
Panoramic views of the southern Red Sea resorts and the deep blue maritime shipping lanes.
Harrat Volcanic Fields
Ancient black basaltic lava flows (Harrats) that create a moon-like landscape in central Saudi Arabia.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The massive 'Edge of the World' cliff formations that define the central Nejd plateau near Riyadh.
RUH Terminal Views
A direct view of the iconic triangular terminals of King Khaled International Airport during taxiing.
Choose the right side for late afternoon flights to witness the desert sunset over the Tuwaiq cliffs. Mid-flight, look for the 'Harrat' volcanic fields which look like dark ink spills on the desert floor; they are best seen when the sun is high.
Book Hotels in RiyadhDistance: 1,506 km (936 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: HMB (26.342778000000003, 31.742778)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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