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RUH → SHW
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Sharurah Airport (Sharurah)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment, often called the 'Edge of the World,' which runs parallel to the flight path. It also provides better visibility of the Riyadh skyline shortly after departure.
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Riyadh Skyline
A panoramic view of the capital's iconic towers including the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The magnificent 800km limestone cliff formation known as the natural spine of central Saudi Arabia.
Wadi ad-Dawasir
Aerial views of the historic valley and its seasonal agricultural settlements cutting through the plateau.
Rub' al Khali
Expansive vistas of the world's largest continuous sand desert as you descend toward Sharurah.
Book the right side for late afternoon flights to see the golden hour light hitting the Tuwaiq cliffs. This side offers the most geological variety, ranging from high limestone plateaus to deep, rolling desert basins near the southern border.
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Riyadh Suburbs
The organized urban expansion of Riyadh's southern districts visible shortly after takeoff.
Al-Kharj Irrigation
Vibrant green circular crop fields that stand out sharply against the beige desert terrain.
Ad-Dahna Desert
A striking corridor of reddish sand dunes visible during the mid-flight phase of the journey.
Empty Quarter Fringe
The beginning of the vast, rhythmic sand waves that define the northern Rub' al Khali.
For morning flights, the left side avoids direct glare, making it easier to spot the contrast of the Al-Kharj farms. Use a polarizing filter if photographing to cut through the persistent desert haze.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: SHW (17.466899871826172, 47.12139892578125)
Route Type: Domestic
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