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LKO → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Makran Coastal Range of Pakistan and the glittering skylines of the UAE, followed by the striking red dunes of the Ad-Dahna desert.
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Thar Desert
The golden sands of Rajasthan and the Sindh province, featuring intricate patterns of dunes and arid vegetation.
Makran Coastline
Stunning views of the rugged, moon-like rock formations and white clay cliffs along the Balochistan coast.
UAE Skylines
On clear days, the distant but recognizable silhouettes of Dubai's Burj Khalifa and the Abu Dhabi coastline are visible.
Strait of Hormuz
Bird's-eye view of one of the world's most strategic maritime chokepoints and its heavy ship traffic.
Ad-Dahna Sands
The narrow strip of high-impact red sand dunes that connects the northern Nefud and southern Rub' al Khali deserts.
The Makran coast is the undisputed highlight; look out approximately 1.5 to 2 hours after departure. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the UAE skyline isn't obstructed. Morning flights are preferred on this side to keep the sun behind the aircraft, providing perfectly front-lit landscapes.
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Gomti River Basin
Aerial views of Lucknow's urban sprawl and the winding Gomti river immediately after takeoff.
Chambal Ravines
The unique, labyrinthine badlands of the Chambal river valley located southwest of Lucknow.
Arabian Sea Expanse
A long stretch over deep blue waters where you can often spot large cargo vessels and oil tankers.
Rub' al Khali Edge
The southern horizon reveals the vastness of the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert.
Choose a night flight if you want to see the brilliant lights of Karachi and the coastal Saudi cities. For daytime flights, use a polarizing filter on your camera to cut through the haze over the Arabian Sea. The best desert textures appear about 45 minutes before landing at RUH.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 3,417 km (2,123 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 1 min
Departure: LKO (26.7605991364, 80.8892974854)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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