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MUC → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of geographic contrasts, including the rugged Dalmatian coast, the lush Nile Delta, and the sharp mountain ridges of the Sinai Peninsula.
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Adriatic Coastline
Crystal clear views of the Croatian islands and the turquoise waters of the Dalmatian coast.
Peloponnese
The rugged mountains and historic coastlines of southern Greece and the Ionian Sea.
Nile Delta
The sharp contrast between the vibrant green agricultural lands of the Nile and the surrounding Sahara desert.
Sinai Peninsula
Incredible desert mountain formations and the deep blue waters of the Gulf of Suez and Gulf of Aqaba.
Riyadh Skyline
Aerial views of the Kingdom Centre and the rapid urban expansion of the capital during the final descent.
Choose the right side for the iconic transition from the Mediterranean to the African continent. On clear days, the Nile Delta is a masterclass in geography. For afternoon flights, be prepared for significant sun glare; keep your window shade partially down until the sun drops lower over the horizon.
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Eastern Alps
Spectacular views of the Austrian Alps and the rugged peaks of the Karwendel range shortly after departure.
Balkan Interior
Panoramic views over the rolling hills and urban centers of Serbia and Bulgaria.
Aegean Archipelago
Distant views of the Greek islands scattered across the deep blue of the Aegean Sea.
An Nafud Desert
The striking reddish-orange dunes of northern Saudi Arabia as you cross into the peninsula.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides the best perspective of the Danube river basin and the high-altitude deserts of northern Saudi Arabia. Look out for the city lights of Amman if flying at night.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 3,999 km (2,485 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 42 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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