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RUHKUL

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a more diverse visual experience, including the rugged Omani coastline, the possibility of seeing the southern tip of India or Sri Lanka, and the lush volcanic terrain of Sumatra during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Dhofar Mountains

The dramatic meeting of the Omani mountains and the Arabian Sea, especially green during the Khareef season.

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Laccadive Sea

Spotting tiny turquoise atolls and coral reefs if the flight path dips south toward the Maldives or Lakshadweep.

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Southern Indian Tip

Clear views of Cape Comorin or the southern coastline of Sri Lanka, marking the crossing into the Bay of Bengal.

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Sumatran Coastline

The dense rainforests and volcanic peaks of northern Sumatra, Indonesia, visible across the Malacca Strait.

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Kuala Lumpur Skyline

A chance to see the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower during the final approach maneuvers into KUL.

A daytime departure from Riyadh ensures you see the desert colors, while the right side catches the sunrise over the Bay of Bengal. Watch for the 'reflection of the sun' on the calm waters of the Strait of Malacca during the afternoon.

Left Side Highlights
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Rub' al Khali

Expansive views of the 'Empty Quarter' featuring some of the world's largest and most majestic sand dunes.

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Arabian Sea

A long stretch of deep blue waters often dotted with international cargo ships and tankers.

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Western Ghats

Faint views of the lush, green mountain ranges along India's western coast depending on the weather.

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Strait of Malacca

Observation of one of the world's busiest shipping lanes as you descend toward the Malaysian peninsula.

Try to book a night flight if you want to see the spectacular lights of the coastal Indian cities or the dense clusters of fishing boats in the Strait of Malacca which look like a floating city.

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Route Information

Distance: 6,377 km (3,962 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 30 min

Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)

Arrival: KUL (2.7455799579619997, 101.70999908446998)

Route Type: International

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