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KANJED

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a front-row seat to the Red Sea crossing and the stunning contrast between the deep blue water and the rugged Hejaz Mountains upon arrival in Saudi Arabia.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Lake Chad Basin

The historic and vital water body visible on the horizon shortly after departure from Kano.

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Sudanese Savanna

Vast semi-arid plains that offer a glimpse into the diverse topography of central and eastern Sudan.

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Red Sea Crossing

The dramatic transition from the African continent to the deep blue waters of the Red Sea.

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Hejaz Mountains

The dark, jagged volcanic peaks that rise sharply from the Saudi Arabian coastal plain during descent.

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Jeddah Corniche

The iconic city skyline and King Fahd's Fountain are often visible during the final landing pattern.

This side is ideal for afternoon arrivals as the sun illuminates the Saudi coastline and the mountains. Watch for Lake Chad about 30-40 minutes after takeoff. During the descent into JED, the right side typically offers the best view of the city's modern architecture and the Red Sea reefs.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Sahara Dunes

Vast stretches of the eastern Sahara featuring intricate wind-blown patterns across the Chadian interior.

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The Nile River

The shimmering blue ribbon of the Nile is visible as the flight crosses central Sudan, often near the confluence at Khartoum.

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Nubian Desert

The harsh, rocky terrain of northern Sudan transitioning toward the Red Sea coastal plains.

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Port Sudan

Distant views of the Sudanese shoreline and the maritime traffic entering the northern Red Sea corridor.

Choose a morning flight to ensure the sun is behind you, highlighting the subtle color shifts of the desert floor. The Nile crossing is the key landmark to watch for roughly halfway through the journey.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,423 km (2,127 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 2 min

Departure: KAN (12.0476, 8.52462)

Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)

Route Type: International

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