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KHI → RYK
Which side of the plane to sit from Jinnah International Airport (Karachi) to Shaikh Zaid Airport (Rahim Yar Khan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Indus River and the distant, rugged Kirthar Mountains, providing a stark contrast between water and desert.
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Indus River Basin
Observe the intricate network of the mighty Indus, the lifeblood of Pakistan, meandering through the landscape.
Kirthar Range
Rugged limestone mountains visible on the horizon towards the Balochistan border in the distance.
Irrigated Plains
Vibrant green patchworks of cotton and wheat fields contrasting sharply with the surrounding arid terrain.
Sukkur Engineering
Look for the historic Sukkur Barrage and the iconic bridges over the river as you head north.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh eastern glare. During the summer monsoon, look for the dramatic swelling of the Indus. Clear skies in autumn offer the best visibility of the Kirthar mountain silhouettes. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the plane turns northeast.
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Thar Desert Edges
Glimpse the vast golden dunes of the Thar Desert as they transition into the fertile Indus valley.
Khairpur Date Groves
Pass over dense clusters of date palms, a major agricultural feature of this specific region.
Nawabshah Aerials
Get an aerial perspective of the interior Sindh urban centers and their sprawling suburban layouts.
Nara Canal System
Follow the straight, man-made lines of the Nara Canal, one of the longest in the country, cutting through the desert.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the golden hour over the desert dunes. Watch for the geometric patterns of the irrigation canals that define the region's geography. During winter mornings, be aware that low-level fog (smog) can occasionally obscure ground details in this area.
Book Hotels in Rahim Yar KhanDistance: 496 km (308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)
Arrival: RYK (28.383899688720703, 70.27960205078125)
Route Type: Domestic
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