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RUH → RAE
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Arar Domestic Airport (Arar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Al-Qassim region's agricultural marvels and the deep red sands of the Great Nafud desert.
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Riyadh Northern Expansion
Aerial view of the rapidly growing northern suburbs and modern infrastructure of the capital.
Al-Qassim Circular Farms
Vibrant green center-pivot irrigation circles creating a geometric contrast against the arid landscape.
Great Nafud Desert
Massive red sand dunes and crescent formations that define the northern Arabian interior.
Aja and Salma Peaks
Rugged granite mountains near Hail that rise sharply from the surrounding desert floor.
Book an early morning flight to see the dunes of the Great Nafud with long, dramatic shadows. This side is also best for spotting the green agricultural hubs near Buraidah and Unaizah, which are most vibrant during the winter and spring months.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaAd Dahna Desert Strip
A narrow, 1,000 km long 'river' of sand characterized by its distinct high-iron orange tint.
Al-Majma'ah Basin
View of the historic desert town and the sedimentary plateaus that surround it.
Darb Zubaidah
The ancient Abbasid-era pilgrimage road featuring historic water wells and rest stops in the desert.
Arar Plateaus
The flat, rocky limestone plateaus of the Northern Borders as the plane begins its descent.
Select the right side for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun glare from the west. This side offers better views of the Ad Dahna sand belt shortly after takeoff from Riyadh and the stark, desolate beauty of the northern limestone plains.
Book Hotels in ArarDistance: 858 km (533 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: RAE (30.90660095214844, 41.13819885253906)
Route Type: Domestic
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