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RUH β PUW
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Pullman Moscow Regional Airport (Pullman)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic geographic transitions, including the Scandinavian coastlines, the vast heart of the Greenland ice sheet, and the rugged grandeur of the Canadian Rockies and Snake River canyons upon approach.
Taurus Mountains
The snow-capped peaks and deep valleys of the Taurus range in Southern Turkey.
Swedish Archipelago
The intricate network of thousands of islands and islets along the Baltic Sea coast.
Greenland Ice Sheet
A breathtaking view of the interior polar ice cap, appearing as an endless, brilliant white desert.
Arctic Archipelago
The remote and frozen islands of Nunavut, Canada, often surrounded by pack ice.
Canadian Rockies
Dramatic views of the towering peaks and turquoise glacial lakes of British Columbia and Alberta.
Snake River Canyon
The deep basalt canyons carved by the Snake River as the flight enters the Inland Northwest.
The right side is essential for the best Arctic scenery. On winter flights, this side offers the highest probability of spotting the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights). Be sure to have your camera ready during the last hour of flight, as the transition from the high Rockies to the canyonlands of the Pacific Northwest is spectacular.
Ad-Dahna Desert
Aerial views of the distinct reddish sand dunes of north-central Saudi Arabia shortly after takeoff from Riyadh.
Eastern European Skylines
Potential views of cities like Warsaw or Berlin depending on the specific air corridor across the continent.
Southern Greenland Fjords
The jagged coastline and floating icebergs of Greenland's southern tip during the transatlantic crossing.
Hudson Bay
The massive expanse of the bay and the surrounding lowlands of Northern Canada.
The Palouse
The rolling, wave-like hills of the Palouse region visible during the final descent into Pullman.
Sit on the left if you prefer viewing the transition from the desert heat to the lush greenery of Europe. This side is ideal for sunset views on afternoon departures heading west. During the final approach to PUW, the left side provides a wide-angle view of the unique agricultural landscape that characterizes the region.
Distance: 11,878 km (7,381 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 hrs 58 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: PUW (46.7439, -117.110001)
Route Type: International
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