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MED → KHI
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah) to Jinnah International Airport (Karachi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Persian Gulf's complex archipelago, the strategic Strait of Hormuz, and the magnificent, moon-like canyons of the Makran coastline as you enter Pakistani airspace.
Madinah Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Prophet's Mosque and the volcanic harrah plains surrounding the city shortly after takeoff.
Riyadh Horizon
The sprawling grid of the Saudi capital, often visible as a shimmering urban oasis in the middle of the desert.
Bahrain & Causeway
The island nation of Bahrain and the King Fahd Causeway connecting it to the Saudi mainland over turquoise waters.
Strait of Hormuz
A clear view of the narrow waterway between the Musandam Peninsula and the Iranian coast, filled with tankers.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning aerial perspectives of the eroded, multi-colored rock formations and mud volcanoes along the Balochistan coast.
For day flights, the left side avoids the harshest southern sun glare. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic 'Grand Canyon' style terrain of the Makran range. If flying at night, this side provides spectacular views of the illuminated oil refineries along the Gulf coast.
Rub' al Khali Fringe
The northern edges of the Empty Quarter, showing vast longitudinal dunes and changing sand colors from gold to red.
UAE Skylines
Distant views of Abu Dhabi and Dubai's skyscrapers, including the Burj Khalifa, depending on the specific air corridor.
Hajar Mountains
The rugged, dark peaks of the Omani interior providing a stark contrast to the surrounding desert sands.
Arabian Sea Expanse
A vast blue horizon that provides a sense of the scale of the Indian Ocean during the mid-flight segment.
Karachi Port & Manora
On the final approach, a view of the shipping docks, Manora Island, and the sprawling coastline of Karachi.
The right side is ideal for sunrise views if taking an early morning flight. During the winter months, the air is clearer over the Arabian Sea, making the descent into Karachi particularly scenic. Be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite intense on this side of the aircraft.
Distance: 2,768 km (1,720 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 41 min
Departure: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Arrival: KHI (24.9065, 67.160797)
Route Type: International
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