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RUH → HOF
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Al Ahsa Airport (Al-ahsa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Riyadh's skyline upon departure and the most direct perspective of the lush Al-Ahsa Oasis and the iconic Jabal Al-Qarah limestone formations during the descent.
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Riyadh Skyline
Catch views of the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliah Tower as the plane climbs out of the capital.
Al-Ahsa Oasis
Marvel at the sea of over 2.5 million date palms, forming one of the largest self-contained oases in the world.
Jabal Al-Qarah
Identify the distinct limestone hills known for their complex cave systems and unique wind-eroded shapes.
Yellow Lake (Asfar)
Look for the surprising desert wetland surrounded by dunes, reflecting the sky in the middle of the arid terrain.
Hofuf Cityscape
View the historic architecture of Al-Ahsa's main city, including traditional markets and modern residential areas.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare while capturing the warm 'golden hour' light on the Al-Ahsa palms. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight for the best views of the oasis and Jabal Al-Qarah.
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Ad-Dahna Desert
Witness the striking 'river' of red sand dunes that connects the Great Nafud and the Rub' al Khali.
North Riyadh Suburbs
View the rapidly expanding modern architecture and grid-like residential developments of the capital.
Ghawar Field Margins
Spot the infrastructure of the world's largest conventional onshore oil field appearing in the desert landscape.
Distant Gulf Horizon
On extremely clear days, the faint blue line of the Arabian Gulf may be visible to the far northeast.
Sit on the left if you prefer the vastness of the red dunes. Choose an early morning flight to see the sun rising over the desert, which highlights the textures of the sand. Avoid midday flights when the harsh overhead sun flattens the landscape's features.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 283 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: HOF (25.28529930114746, 49.48519897460938)
Route Type: Domestic
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