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MED → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Prophet's Mosque during departure from Madinah and a dramatic perspective of the Tuwaiq Escarpment and the Riyadh skyline during the descent.
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Al-Masjid an-Nabawi
A breathtaking view of the Prophet's Mosque and the central area of Madinah shortly after takeoff from MED.
Hijaz Mountains
The rugged, dark mountain ranges that characterize the western geological shield of the Arabian Peninsula.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The dramatic limestone cliffs that rise sharply from the desert floor, known as the 'Edge of the World'.
Riyadh Cityscape
Panoramic views of the KAFD skyscrapers, Kingdom Centre, and Al Faisaliyah Tower during the approach to RUH.
This side is highly recommended for the initial climb out of Madinah to see the holy sites. For the best photography of the Tuwaiq cliffs, choose a late afternoon flight when the setting sun creates deep shadows and highlights the geological textures.
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Harrat Khaybar
Aerial views of ancient black basalt volcanic fields and shield volcanoes located north of the flight path.
Al-Qassim Agriculture
Distinctive green circular patterns of center-pivot irrigation systems near Buraidah and Unaizah.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The striking reddish sands of the narrow desert strip that connects the northern and southern desert regions.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Watch for the 'Green Circles' in the desert as you cross over the Al-Qassim region, which signify large-scale agricultural projects.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 708 km (440 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: Domestic
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