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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side of the aircraft offers superior views of the dramatic Iranian plateau and the spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Hindu Kush mountains as the flight approaches the Peshawar valley.

Left Side Highlights
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Hejaz Mountains

Dramatic volcanic peaks and jagged ridges visible shortly after takeoff from Jeddah.

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An Nafud Desert

The northern reaches of the great Arabian desert with reddish-gold sand dunes.

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Zagros Mountains

The folded mountain belts of Iran providing a textured and rugged landscape below.

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Hindu Kush Range

Breathtaking views of the high-altitude peaks as the plane descends into northern Pakistan.

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Khyber Pass

The historic and strategic mountain pass visible on the final approach into Peshawar.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to capture the expansive mountain vistas of Iran and Afghanistan. This route is best viewed on day flights; during the winter months, the snow cover on the Hindu Kush is particularly striking. Keep an eye out for the historic city of Medina shortly after departure if the flight path tracks slightly north.

Right Side Highlights
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Riyadh Skyline

Aerial view of the sprawling Saudi capital and its iconic skyscrapers like Kingdom Centre.

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Gulf of Oman

The deep blue waters of the Gulf as the flight crosses from the Arabian Peninsula.

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Indus River Delta

The massive, winding river system that serves as the lifeblood of Pakistan's agriculture.

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The Salt Range

Unique geological formations and ancient hill ranges located in the Punjab region.

The right side is ideal for catching the sunrise if taking an overnight flight from Jeddah. As you enter Pakistani airspace, look for the silver shimmer of the Indus River. In summer, the right side provides a clear view of the monsoon clouds building over the plains, though visibility can be reduced by haze.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,445 km (2,141 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 3 min

Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)

Arrival: PEW (33.993900299072266, 71.51460266113281)

Route Type: International

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