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JED → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Jeddah coastline upon takeoff and the iconic Tuwaiq Escarpment cliffs when descending into Riyadh.
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Jeddah Corniche
Aerial view of the coastal city center and the world's tallest fountain during the initial ascent.
Sarawat Escarpment
The dramatic mountain drop-offs south of the flight path near the Makkah region.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The majestic 'Edge of the World' limestone cliffs that mark the approach to the Najd plateau.
KAFD Skyline
Stunning views of the futuristic King Abdullah Financial District skyscrapers during the descent.
RUH Terminals
A full aerial perspective of the sprawling triangular terminal architecture of King Khaled Airport.
The right side is highly recommended for sunset flights as the desert turns a deep orange and the Riyadh skyline begins to illuminate. Keep your camera ready 10-15 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic limestone cliffs of Tuwaiq as the aircraft aligns for arrival.
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Red Sea Coastline
Vast vistas of the turquoise waters and coral reefs as the plane climbs out of Jeddah.
Hijaz Mountain Ridges
Rugged granite mountain ranges that define the western landscape of Saudi Arabia.
Volcanic Harrat
Ancient basaltic lava fields visible as dark, textured patches on the desert floor mid-flight.
Northern Riyadh
Glimpses of the massive urban expansion and infrastructure projects in the capital's north.
Morning flights are ideal for the left side to avoid direct sun glare and see the Red Sea clearly. Look for the distinct transition from coastal plains to the high-altitude Hijaz plateau within the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 852 km (529 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: Domestic
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