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KHI → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinnah International Airport (Karachi) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Makran coastline of Pakistan shortly after takeoff, the dramatic Hajar Mountains, and potential glimpses of the glitzy UAE cityscapes and the vast Dahna desert dunes.
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Makran Coastline
Unique geological formations and white sandy beaches along the southern coast of Balochistan, Pakistan.
Hajar Mountains
The jagged, dark peaks of the Hajar range stretching across the border of Oman and the UAE.
UAE Cityscapes
Depending on air traffic control, you may spot the distant high-rise clusters of Dubai or Abu Dhabi to the north.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The distinct reddish sand dunes that form a bridge between the northern and southern deserts of Saudi Arabia.
For the best photography of the Makran coast, sit on the right during a morning departure. During the descent into Riyadh, watch for the stark contrast between the orange desert sands and the expanding urban sprawl of the capital city. Afternoon flights on this side may experience some glare.
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Arabian Sea Expanse
Deep blue waters of the North Arabian Sea providing a serene backdrop for the first half of the journey.
Muscat Shoreline
The coastal fringes of Oman, where the turquoise sea meets the rocky brown outcrops near the capital city.
Rub' al Khali Fringes
Aerial views of the northern edges of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest contiguous sand desert.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh direct sunlight of the southern sky. Look out for the shifting sand patterns as you cross into the Arabian Peninsula. If flying at night, look for the clusters of lights from coastal Omani towns.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 2,061 km (1,281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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