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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Rub' al Khali desert dunes and the rugged Hejaz mountain range as you approach the holy city of Madinah.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Strait of Malacca

Dense maritime traffic and the coastline of Peninsular Malaysia immediately after departure.

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Sri Lankan Coastline

Distant views of the emerald shores of southern Sri Lanka during the crossing of the Indian Ocean.

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The Empty Quarter

Breathtaking views of the world's largest contiguous sand desert with iconic orange star dunes.

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Sarawat Mountains

Dramatic granite peaks and deep wadis cutting through the southwestern Saudi landscape.

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Madinah Outskirts

The transition from rugged desert to the urban sprawling oasis of Madinah during the final descent.

Since this flight typically travels westward during the day, the sun will be on the left (south). Use a window shade to manage glare, but keep it open over Saudi Arabia to see the high-contrast shadows on the dunes. The best lighting for desert photography occurs in the final two hours of the flight.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Scenic clusters of tropical islands visible while crossing the Bay of Bengal.

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Mumbai/Konkan Coast

The sparkling lights or sprawling urban geography of India's western coastline.

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Gulf of Oman

Deep blue waters contrasting with the sharp, arid cliffs of the northern Omani coast.

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Harrat Rahat

Massive black volcanic lava fields (harrahs) that provide a stark contrast to the surrounding sand.

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Northern Flight Path

Excellent views of high-altitude traffic on the busy corridor between Southeast Asia and Europe.

The right side stays cooler as it faces away from the direct sun. It is ideal for seeing the unique black volcanic formations (harrahs) north of Madinah, which are a surprising geographical feature of the region. Look out for the distinct 'fingers' of lava flow near the end of the journey.

Top Activities in Madinah
Route Information

Distance: 7,060 km (4,387 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 18 min

Departure: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)

Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)

Route Type: International

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