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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring a potential view of the Holy City of Mecca shortly after takeoff and a more dramatic approach over the Persian Gulf coastline into Kuwait.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Mecca & Masjid al-Haram

Depending on the departure path, passengers often get a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the Holy Mosque and the Abraj Al Bait clock tower.

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Riyadh Skyline

Distances views of the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center may be visible during the mid-flight transit across the Najd.

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Persian Gulf Coastline

Stunning views of the turquoise waters and the dramatic contrast between the desert and the sea upon descent.

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Kuwait City & Towers

Clear views of the iconic Kuwait Towers and the crescent-shaped coastline during the final approach into KWI.

Request a window seat on the right for the best chance to see Mecca after takeoff. For evening flights, this side provides spectacular sunset views over the desert and the glittering lights of Kuwait City's urban grid during landing.

Left Side Highlights
6.8
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Hejaz Mountain Range

Dramatic view of the rugged volcanic peaks and valleys immediately after departing Jeddah's coastal plain.

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An Nafud Al Kabir

The northern edges of the great red desert, showcasing vast longitudinal sand dunes and ancient geological formations.

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Hail City Oasis

A glimpse of the historic crossroad city, appearing as a sprawling green and gray patch amidst the arid Najd landscape.

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Northern Oil Fields

Intricate networks of pipelines and infrastructure visible as the flight path nears the Kuwaiti border.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare while observing the mountain shadows. This side is ideal for spotting the transition from the mountainous Tihama region into the high plateaus of central Arabia.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,219 km (757 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)

Arrival: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)

Route Type: International

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