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RUH → GIZ
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Jizan Regional Airport (Gizan)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the dramatic transition from the central desert to the jagged Sarawat Mountains and the sparkling Red Sea coastline.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The massive limestone ridge and dramatic cliffs that slice through the central Arabian plateau.
Sarawat Mountains
The rugged peaks of the Asir region, featuring high-altitude terrain and steep rocky valleys.
Tihamah Drop-off
The breathtaking visual transition as the aircraft descends from mountain heights to the coastal plain.
Red Sea Horizon
The deep turquoise waters of the Red Sea coming into view as the aircraft approaches the coast.
Farasan Islands
A distant view of the protected coral archipelago located off the coast of Jizan during the landing pattern.
For the most scenic experience, book a window seat on the right side during afternoon or sunset flights to witness the sun reflecting off the Red Sea and the mountain shadows stretching across the Tihamah.
Riyadh Urban Sprawl
Panoramic views of the capital city's landmark skyscrapers like Kingdom Centre during initial ascent.
Al-Kharj Greenery
Large-scale circular irrigation fields that create vivid green patterns against the golden desert sand.
Rub' al Khali Fringes
Glimpses of the vast, rolling sand dunes of the Empty Quarter extending toward the southern horizon.
Wadi Ad-Dawasir
A historic agricultural valley system marked by settlements and seasonal vegetation.
Jizan Suburbs
The expanding residential layouts of the southern region as the plane prepares for its final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the landscape without the sun's glare. It is the best side for spotting the unique circular farming colonies in the first 20 minutes of flight.
Distance: 992 km (616 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: GIZ (16.901100158691403, 42.58580017089844)
Route Type: Domestic
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