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MED → ELQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah) to Gassim Airport (Gassim)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the unique volcanic landscapes of Harrat Khaybar, including rare white volcanoes and massive basaltic lava fields that are globally unique.
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Mount Uhud
The massive red-granite ridge where the historic battle took place, clearly visible north of Madinah city.
Harrat Khaybar
Stunning volcanic fields featuring unique white craters like Jabal Abyad, appearing as a stark lunar landscape.
Al-Hajra Plateaus
High desert plains and rocky plateaus that showcase the rugged, untouched wilderness of the Hejaz interior.
Knowledge Economic City
View of the major urban development projects and industrial zones expanding north of Madinah.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the volcanic craters. Mid-morning flights are ideal as the sunlight hits the basalt rock at an angle that emphasizes the texture of the lava flows.
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Madinah Urban Sprawl
A panoramic view of the holy city's expansion and the dense residential networks surrounding the central district.
Harrat Rahat
The northern edge of Saudi Arabia's largest lava field, appearing as a sea of black rock against the desert sand.
Gassim Pivot Irrigation
Upon descent, the iconic green 'crop circles' of the Qassim agricultural heartland provide a vibrant contrast to the desert.
Highway 60
The major expressway connecting Madinah and Qassim, cutting a straight line through the vast desert terrain.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun provides a golden hue over the agricultural circles of Buraydah and Unaizah. This side also offers better views of the city lights during night flights.
Book Hotels in GassimDistance: 453 km (281 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Arrival: ELQ (26.30279922485352, 43.77439880371094)
Route Type: Domestic
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