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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the transition from the golden sand dunes of the Nafud desert to the dramatic rift of the Dead Sea and the rugged limestone peaks of the Amanus Mountains.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Riyadh Outskirts

Aerial views of the modern King Abdullah Financial District and northern residential sprawl upon takeoff.

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Great Nafud Desert

Stunning vistas of massive red-gold dunes stretching toward the western horizon.

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Gulf of Aqaba

On clear days, the shimmering blue of the Red Sea's northern arm is visible in the far distance.

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Dead Sea Basin

The deep blue waters and white salt shores of the Jordan Rift Valley, the lowest point on Earth.

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Nur Mountains

The dramatic, craggy limestone peaks of the Amanus range as the plane prepares for its final descent into Hatay.

Book a left-side window seat for morning flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. Around 70-80 minutes into the flight, look for the distinct change in elevation and color marking the Jordan Valley. Winter flights may offer views of snow-capped peaks in the Nur Mountains.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Central Plateau

The rugged, rocky terrain of the Najd region showing the ancient geological heart of the peninsula.

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Harrat Al-Sham

Vast, dark basaltic volcanic fields that contrast sharply with the surrounding beige desert.

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Syrian Steppe

The high desert plateau extending toward the Euphrates, showing seasonal riverbeds and nomadic patterns.

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Amik Valley

A lush, green patchwork of fertile agricultural land surrounding the Orontes River just before landing.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, as the setting sun creates long, dramatic shadows across the volcanic fields and desert dunes. Watch for the sudden transition from arid desert to the fertile green plains of the Hatay province in the final 15 minutes.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,610 km (1,000 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min

Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)

Arrival: HTY (36.36277771, 36.282222747800006)

Route Type: International

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