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RUH → DEL
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the UAE coastline, the striking Makran mountains of Pakistan, and potential distant glimpses of the Himalayas during the final approach into Delhi.
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Riyadh Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Kingdom Centre and urban sprawl shortly after takeoff from RUH.
Persian Gulf Coast
Potential views of the UAE's architectural marvels and coastal development depending on the air corridor.
Makran Coastal Range
Stunning, moon-like mountain formations along the Pakistani coast that appear as jagged ridges from altitude.
Indus River Basin
The vast, fertile green belt of the Indus valley provides a sharp contrast to the surrounding desert terrain.
Delhi Metropolis
A massive urban landscape reveal as the flight descends into the National Capital Region.
Choose a seat ahead of the wing for the best photography of the Makran mountains. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Pakistani coastline, while night flights offer a glittering view of the UAE's major cities.
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Empty Quarter Edge
The northern periphery of the Rub' al Khali, showing massive sand dune patterns.
Al Hajar Mountains
The rugged, dark volcanic peaks of Northern Oman visible across the Gulf of Oman.
Karachi Coastline
The sprawling maritime infrastructure and industrial ports of Pakistan's largest city.
Thar Desert
The vast golden dunes of the Great Indian Desert as you cross the border into Rajasthan.
Aravalli Range
One of the oldest mountain systems in the world, visible as eroded ridges shortly before landing.
On late afternoon flights, this side receives the full glow of the sunset over the Arabian Sea. Keep an eye out for the distinct change in topography from the jagged Omani mountains to the flat Thar Desert dunes.
Book Hotels in DelhiDistance: 3,037 km (1,887 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: DEL (28.5665, 77.103104)
Route Type: International
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