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JED → BAH
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to Bahrain International Airport (Bahrain)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Jeddah's urban coastline during takeoff, the red dunes of the Ad-Dahna Desert mid-flight, and a clear perspective of the King Fahd Causeway upon arrival.
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King Fahd's Fountain
The world's tallest fountain is often visible along the Jeddah Corniche after departure.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The striking high-altitude red sand dunes that separate the Najd and Eastern provinces.
Riyadh Skyline
On many flight paths, the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center are visible in the distance.
King Fahd Causeway
The 25-kilometer bridge system connecting Khobar to Bahrain is best seen from this side.
Manama Waterfront
Views of the iconic Bahrain World Trade Center and the Bahrain Financial Harbour during descent.
This is the prime side for this route. Sit here to see the Jeddah city lights at night or the King Fahd Causeway during the day. During descent into BAH, the right side usually provides a panoramic view of the Manama skyline before touching down.
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Red Sea Northern Coast
View of the coral reefs and the blue expanse of the Red Sea shortly after takeoff.
Hijaz Mountains
The rugged western mountain range with deep wadis and ancient geological formations.
Dammam Port
The industrial landscape of the King Abdulaziz Port and the northern Dammam coastline.
Muharraq Island
A close-up view of the historic district of Muharraq as you line up for the runway.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. It is particularly good for seeing the northern Dammam city skyline and the northern tip of Bahrain's main island on final approach.
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Get eSIMs for BahrainDistance: 1,272 km (790 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: BAH (26.27079963684082, 50.63359832763672)
Route Type: International
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