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HOF → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Al Ahsa Airport (Al-ahsa) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the iconic red sand dunes of the Ad-Dahna desert and a more consistent view of the Riyadh metropolitan skyline and financial district during the descent.
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Jebel Qarah
Unique limestone hills and cave systems located just east of the airport, visible shortly after rotation.
Ad-Dahna Red Sands
The 'River of Sand' displaying a striking reddish-orange hue, especially prominent mid-flight.
KAFD Skyline
The futuristic skyscrapers of the King Abdullah Financial District often appear during the northern approach pattern.
RUH Terminal Architecture
Excellent views of the triangular roof structures of the King Khaled International Airport terminals upon landing.
This is the best side for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the red dunes of Ad-Dahna from behind the plane. For the best view of Riyadh's modern skyline, choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the skyscrapers during the descent into RUH.
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Al-Ahsa Oasis
The world's largest self-contained oasis featuring over 2.5 million date palms visible immediately after takeoff.
Circular Irrigation Fields
Geometric green crop circles that stand out vividly against the monochrome desert floor.
Empty Quarter Fringes
Views toward the southern horizon where the sands transition into the vast Rub' al Khali.
Southern Riyadh Suburbs
The sprawling residential expansion and traditional architecture of Riyadh's southern districts on final approach.
Sit on this side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It offers the best view of the Al-Ahsa Oasis's dense greenery immediately after departing HOF. Watch for the stark boundary line where the irrigated land ends and the desert begins.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 283 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: HOF (25.28529930114746, 49.48519897460938)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: Domestic
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