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RUH → AMM
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Queen Alia International Airport (Amman)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment shortly after takeoff and the breathtaking descent over the Dead Sea and Jordan Valley upon arrival.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
Witness the 'Edge of the World' limestone cliffs stretching across the Najd plateau shortly after departing Riyadh.
Great Nafud Desert
Aerial views of the massive red sand dunes that define the northern landscapes of Saudi Arabia.
Sarawat Mountains
Distal views of the rugged mountain ranges that line the western edge of the Arabian Peninsula.
The Dead Sea
As the plane descends into Amman, the turquoise waters and salt crusts of the lowest point on Earth are visible to the west.
Mount Nebo
The historic ridge where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land, located just south of the flight path into AMM.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left side (typically 'A' seats). The approach into Amman often follows a path that puts the Dead Sea directly in view. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Jordanian landscape and the sea without glare. Watch for the dramatic shift from desert red to the white-stone architecture of Jordan.
Riyadh Urban Sprawl
A clear view of the King Abdullah Financial District and the expanding northern suburbs of the Saudi capital.
Harrat al-Sham
The vast basaltic volcanic fields that create a dark, lunar-like landscape in eastern Jordan and northern KSA.
Desert Castles
Small glimpses of Umayyad ruins like Qasr Kharana may be visible in the Jordanian desert during the final descent.
Amman Cityscape
The rolling hills (Jabals) of Amman covered in iconic white limestone buildings during the final approach.
The right side (typically 'F' or 'L' seats) is better for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides an excellent perspective of the basalt deserts and the dense urban grid of Amman as the plane aligns with the runway. Look for the contrast between the black volcanic rock and the beige desert sands in the Al-Jouf region.
Distance: 1,289 km (801 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: AMM (31.7226009369, 35.9931983948)
Route Type: International
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