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KHI → JED
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinnah International Airport (Karachi) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the vast, undulating sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter) and the dramatic approach over the Red Sea coastline near Jeddah.
Arabian Sea Transition
Watch the deep blue of the Arabian Sea meet the golden sands of the Arabian Peninsula.
Rub' al Khali
Expansive views of the world's largest contiguous sand desert with its iconic star-shaped dunes.
Sarawat Mountains
The rugged, dark mountain range that runs parallel to the Red Sea coast in western Saudi Arabia.
Makkah Outskirts
The mountainous terrain surrounding the holy city of Makkah as the flight begins its descent.
Red Sea Coastline
Turquoise waters and coral reefs visible during the final approach into King Abdulaziz International.
Mid-afternoon flights are ideal as the sun begins to lower, casting long shadows over the desert dunes which highlights their immense scale. During the final 30 minutes of flight, keep your window shade up for the stunning transition from the arid mountains to the vibrant Red Sea coast.
Karachi Port
Aerial views of Pakistan's largest shipping hub and the sprawling Karachi coastline upon takeoff.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning white clay cliffs and turquoise bays along the southern coast of Balochistan.
Musandam Peninsula
The jagged fjords and rocky peaks of the Omani exclave poking into the Strait of Hormuz.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The narrow, reddish-sand corridor connecting the northern and southern Arabian deserts.
Jeddah Cityscape
A panoramic view of the 'Bride of the Red Sea' including the Jeddah Corniche and tall landmarks.
A morning flight on the right side avoids the direct glare of the sun while flying westward. This side is particularly rewarding during the first hour of flight for views of the unique geological formations of the Pakistani coast. Watch for the Musandam Peninsula roughly midway through the journey.
Distance: 2,877 km (1,788 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 50 min
Departure: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)
Arrival: JED (21.6796, 39.156502)
Route Type: International
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