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KAN → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Mallam Aminu International Airport (Kano) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
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.
Lake Chad Basin
The historic and vital water body visible on the horizon shortly after departure from Kano.
Sudanese Savanna
Vast semi-arid plains that offer a glimpse into the diverse topography of central and eastern Sudan.
Red Sea Crossing
The dramatic transition from the African continent to the deep blue waters of the Red Sea.
Hejaz Mountains
The dark, jagged volcanic peaks that rise sharply from the Saudi Arabian coastal plain during descent.
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.
Sahara Dunes
Vast stretches of the eastern Sahara featuring intricate wind-blown patterns across the Chadian interior.
The Nile River
The shimmering blue ribbon of the Nile is visible as the flight crosses central Sudan, often near the confluence at Khartoum.
Nubian Desert
The harsh, rocky terrain of northern Sudan transitioning toward the Red Sea coastal plains.
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.
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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