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JED → AJF
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Al-Jawf Domestic Airport (Al-Jawf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of Saudi Arabia's diverse topography, including the rugged Hijaz mountains, the unique black volcanic fields of Harrat Khaybar, and the striking red sands of the Great Nafud desert.
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Jeddah Cityscape
Excellent views of the urban sprawl and the iconic King Fahd's Fountain during takeoff.
Sarawat Mountains
The jagged peaks and deep wadis of the Hijaz range provide dramatic vertical relief.
Harrat Khaybar
Spectacular views of massive black basalt volcanic fields and perfectly shaped cinder cones.
Great Nafud Desert
The transition into the stunning reddish-orange longitudinal dunes of the northern desert.
Al-Jawf Agriculture
Distinctive green circular irrigation patterns that stand out against the desert floor upon arrival.
The right side is the 'geological' side. Look for the black volcanic flows (Harrats) roughly mid-flight; they are most striking in the afternoon sun when shadows define the craters. Ensure you have your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight to capture the vibrant green crop circles of the Al-Jawf agricultural projects.
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Red Sea Coastline
Glimpses of the turquoise waters and coral reefs near the Jeddah departure corridor.
Tihama Coastal Plain
The flat, arid expanse that separates the Red Sea from the inland mountain ranges.
Northern Desert Plateaus
Vast, undulating limestone plateaus that characterize the northern interior landscape.
Domat al-Jandal Lake
A surprising splash of blue in the desert, visible as the flight descends into the Al-Jawf region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, keep an eye out for the artificial lake at Domat al-Jandal, which is a rare sight in the desert landscape. This side is better if you prefer the distant horizon of the Red Sea early in the flight.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 906 km (563 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: AJF (29.78510093688965, 40.099998474121094)
Route Type: Domestic
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