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KWI → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Persian Gulf coastline upon departure, the world-renowned oil fields with their distinctive flares, and the vibrant red sands of the Al-Dahna desert during the descent into Riyadh.
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Kuwait City Skyline
Aerial view of the Kuwait Towers and the bustling metropolitan coastline immediately after takeoff from KWI.
Burgan Oil Field
One of the world's largest sandstone oil fields, visible by its massive infrastructure and gas flares, especially striking at night.
Persian Gulf Coast
The sparkling turquoise waters of the gulf are visible as the flight tracks south toward the Saudi border.
Al-Dahna Red Dunes
A narrow strip of high-contrast red sand dunes that connects the great deserts of the north and south.
Riyadh Financial District
On a clear approach from the north, the gleaming skyscrapers of the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) appear on the horizon.
Book a window seat on the left (Seat A) for the best views of the oil fields. On night flights, this side is particularly dramatic due to the orange glow of industrial gas flares across the desert. If flying during the day, the morning light illuminates the desert textures perfectly.
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Najd Plateau
The vast, rugged interior of the Arabian Peninsula characterized by ancient rocky outcrops and desolate beauty.
Circular Irrigation Farms
Green geometric patterns created by center-pivot irrigation systems, creating a surreal contrast against the beige desert sand.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The distant silhouette of the dramatic limestone cliffs that cut across the heart of the Najd region.
Thumamah National Park
Popular desert recreation area with rolling dunes and seasonal camps located just north of King Khaled International Airport.
RUH Terminal Design
A great angle to view the iconic triangular roofs of the King Khaled International Airport terminals during final approach.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as you can watch the sun dip below the horizon of the Najd plateau. It also provides a better view of the unique circular farming projects found in the Saudi interior. Use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the frequent desert haze.
Book Hotels in RiyadhDistance: 491 km (305 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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