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RIY → KWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Mukalla International Airport (Mukalla) to Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal views, the unique architecture of the Hadramaut region, and a more scenic approach into Kuwait City over the Persian Gulf.
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Gulf of Aden
Deep blue waters and the rugged coastline of southern Yemen immediately after takeoff.
Hadramaut Wadis
Views of deep canyons and the world's oldest mud-brick 'skyscrapers' in towns like Shibam.
Al-Ahsa Oasis
A massive, lush green patch of millions of date palms contrasting sharply with the desert.
Persian Gulf Coast
The turquoise shallows and industrial oil infrastructure along the Saudi and Kuwaiti shoreline.
Kuwait Towers
The iconic silhouette of Kuwait City's landmarks during the final descent into KWI.
Morning flights are ideal for this side to avoid sun glare while viewing the Yemeni coast. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Persian Gulf during the descent, which often patterns over the water for a view of the city skyline.
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Rub' al Khali Dunes
The endless orange sand seas of the Empty Quarter, featuring massive longitudinal dunes.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
Dramatic limestone cliffs and canyons that cut through the central Saudi Arabian plateau.
Riyadh Outskirts
Distant views of the expanding capital city and its unique desert architecture.
Najd Plateau
The rugged, rocky heartland of the Arabian Peninsula with ancient dried riverbeds.
Choose this side for evening flights to witness spectacular desert sunsets. The low sun angle creates dramatic shadows over the Tuwaiq mountains, highlighting the geological textures of the Najd region.
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Get eSIMs for KuwaitDistance: 1,626 km (1,010 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: RIY (14.662599563598633, 49.375)
Arrival: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Route Type: International
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