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JIB → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (Djibouti) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the Arabian Peninsula coastline, the strategic Bab-el-Mandeb strait, and the stunning coral formations of the Farasan Islands.
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Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
The 'Gate of Tears' where the African and Asian continents nearly meet, separating the Red Sea from the Gulf of Aden.
Zukur and Hanish Islands
A series of stark, volcanic islands rising sharply from the sea between the coasts of Yemen and Eritrea.
Farasan Islands
A large archipelago of coral islands belonging to Saudi Arabia, known for their stunning turquoise lagoons and protected biodiversity.
Tihama Coastal Plain
The flat, arid coastal strip of the Arabian Peninsula that stretches between the Red Sea and the interior mountains.
Asir Mountains
In the distance, the rugged peaks of the Sarawat range rise significantly, providing a dramatic backdrop to the desert.
Jeddah Skyline
On the descent, enjoy views of the King Fahd's Fountain and the rapidly developing urban landscape of the Bride of the Red Sea.
The right side is significantly more scenic as the flight path typically hugs the Saudi Arabian coastline. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the turquoise coral reefs of the Farasan Banks. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Jeddah Corniche.
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Gulf of Tadjoura
Aerial view of the deep blue waters and the rugged volcanic coastline of Djibouti immediately after takeoff.
Red Sea Shipping Lanes
Watch for massive container ships and tankers traversing one of the world's busiest maritime corridors.
Red Sea Horizons
Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the African continent if flying on a late afternoon or evening departure.
Sit on the left for evening flights to avoid direct glare from the sun, or if you prefer a peaceful view of the open sea. While less mountainous than the right, the turquoise reef patterns near the coast of Eritrea can sometimes be seen in the distance depending on the flight path.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 1,204 km (748 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: JIB (11.547300338745115, 43.15950012207031)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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