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RUH → LKO
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior variety of landscapes, including the turquoise waters of the Persian Gulf, the unique white salt flats of the Rann of Kutch, and the agricultural tapestry of the Indo-Gangetic Plain.
Riyadh Urban Sprawl
Clear views of the geometric city planning and modern architecture of the Saudi capital shortly after takeoff.
Persian Gulf Coast
Aerial perspective of the coastline, turquoise shallows, and offshore oil infrastructure near Dammam.
Rann of Kutch
The surreal, vast white salt marshes of Gujarat as the flight enters Indian airspace from the west.
Thar Desert Fringes
The golden sands and arid landscapes of southern Rajasthan transitioning into more fertile ground.
Indo-Gangetic Plain
The intricate green patchworks of farmland and winding river tributaries as you approach Uttar Pradesh.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides the best view of the salt flats of Gujarat, which are most vibrant during the dry season (October to March). Keep an eye out for the Yamuna river as the flight descends toward Lucknow.
Rub' al Khali Edges
The northern fringes of the 'Empty Quarter', showcasing massive rolling red sand dunes in Saudi Arabia.
Hajar Mountains
Jagged, dark mountain peaks visible if the flight path tracks over the UAE or northern Oman.
Arabian Sea
A long stretch of deep blue ocean crossing between the Arabian Peninsula and the Indian subcontinent.
Vindhya Range
The ancient, weathered hills and plateaus of central India as the aircraft traverses Madhya Pradesh.
Central Indian Rivers
Views of the Betwa and Ken rivers snaking through the rugged landscape before reaching the plains.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Arabian Sea. During the monsoon season (June to September), this side offers dramatic views of towering cloud formations over the Indian landmass, though visibility of the ground may be limited.
Distance: 3,417 km (2,123 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 1 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: LKO (26.7605991364, 80.8892974854)
Route Type: International
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