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ISB → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from New Islamabad International Airport (Islamabad) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Arabian Sea coastline, the vast rolling dunes of the Rub' al Khali desert, and the dramatic Sarawat mountain peaks on the approach to Jeddah.
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Makran Coastline
The rugged and dramatic meeting point of the Balochistan mountains and the Arabian Sea.
Rub' al Khali
Witness the endless, mesmerizing orange sand dunes of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert.
Sarawat Mountains
Jagged dark peaks that rise sharply from the desert floor as you enter the Hejaz region.
Jeddah Corniche
Views of the Red Sea coast and the city's modern architecture during the final descent.
For the best experience, book a daytime flight to see the contrasting colors of the desert sands. If flying at night, the left side provides views of the brightly lit coastal cities of the UAE and Oman depending on the specific flight path.
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Iranian Plateau
Distant views of the arid mountain ranges across the Gulf of Oman.
Strait of Hormuz
One of the world's most strategic maritime chokepoints visible from high altitude.
Central Najd Plateau
The expansive interior heartland of the Arabian Peninsula with unique geological formations.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the desert horizon. During the descent, you may catch glimpses of the northern outskirts of Jeddah and the sprawling industrial complexes.
Book Hotels in JeddahDistance: 3,553 km (2,208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 11 min
Departure: ISB (33.560713, 72.851613)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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