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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more diverse range of landmarks, including the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent, the scenic highlands of Sri Lanka, and the volcanic mountain ranges of Sumatra.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Riyadh Urban Grid

Aerial view of the King Abdullah Financial District and the sprawling capital city shortly after takeoff.

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Gulf of Oman

Deep blue coastal waters and the rugged, arid terrain of the northern Omani coastline.

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Southern Tip of India

The lush, green landscapes of Kanyakumari where the Arabian Sea meets the Bay of Bengal.

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Sri Lankan Highlands

Dramatic views of the central mountain massif and tea plantation regions during the mid-flight segment.

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Barisan Mountains

The long chain of active volcanoes and dense tropical rainforests stretching along the island of Sumatra.

For daytime flights, the left side provides the best view of Sri Lanka approximately 5.5 hours into the journey. If traveling during the late afternoon, the sun will be on the opposite side, reducing glare for photography of the Sumatran peaks.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Rub' al Khali

The 'Empty Quarter' provides a mesmerizing display of giant orange sand dunes in the first hour of flight.

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Indian Ocean Horizon

An uninterrupted view of the vast ocean, ideal for spotting unique cloud formations and marine weather patterns.

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Mentawai Islands

A chain of tropical islands off the west coast of Sumatra known for world-class surf and coral reefs.

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Sunda Strait

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, visible as you transition from the Indian Ocean toward Jakarta.

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Thousand Islands

A cluster of tiny coral islands scattered across the Java Sea during the final descent into CGK.

Sit on the right for spectacular desert views immediately after departure from Riyadh. This side is also the 'sunset side' for flights departing in the morning or early afternoon, offering vivid colors over the Indian Ocean horizon.

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Route Information

Distance: 7,342 km (4,562 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 38 min

Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)

Arrival: CGK (-6.1255698204, 106.65599823)

Route Type: International

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