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JED → AWZ
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Ahwaz Airport (Ahwaz)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Persian Gulf coastline, including a full panorama of Kuwait City and the unique wetlands where the Tigris and Euphrates meet.
Red Sea Coastline
Dramatic views of the turquoise coral reefs and the northern expansion of Jeddah during the initial climb.
Kuwait City Skyline
Clear visibility of the iconic Kuwait Towers and the dense urban landscape along the curve of the bay.
Bubiyan Island
The largest island in the Kuwaiti coastal archipelago, featuring intricate tidal channels and salt marshes.
Shatt al-Arab
The majestic confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers forming the border between Iraq and Iran.
Khuzestan Wetlands
The lush, green agricultural zones and marshlands that contrast sharply with the surrounding arid desert.
Choose a morning flight for the best lighting conditions on the Kuwaiti coastline. The sun will be behind the aircraft, providing high-contrast views of the Shatt al-Arab waterway and the Mesopotamian marshes. Avoid window seats directly over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastal transitions.
Hejaz Mountains
Rugged, dark volcanic peaks and ancient valleys that define the western edge of the Arabian Peninsula.
Al-Qassim Circles
Massive center-pivot irrigation fields that create bright green geometric patterns in the heart of the desert.
Northern Oil Fields
The sprawling infrastructure of the Saudi energy sector, visible as a network of pipelines and industrial nodes.
Upper Persian Gulf
Deep blue waters of the northern Gulf, often dotted with massive tankers and cargo ships awaiting port entry.
Karun River
The winding, serpentine path of the Karun River as it snakes through the plains toward the city of Ahwaz.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep an eye out for the 'green circles' in the Saudi desert, which are particularly vibrant in the winter months. During the final descent into AWZ, the right side provides the best view of the Karun River's many bends.
Distance: 1,436 km (892 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: AWZ (31.3374004364, 48.7620010376)
Route Type: International
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