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RUH → TUI
Which side of the plane to sit from King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh) to Turaif Domestic Airport (Turaif)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic perspective of Saudi Arabia's diverse geology, including the sheer cliffs of the Tuwaiq Escarpment and the deep red sands of the Great Nafud desert.
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Riyadh Western Suburbs
Aerial view of the rapid urban expansion and modern architecture of the Saudi capital shortly after takeoff.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The 'Edge of the World' formation featuring massive limestone cliffs that drop hundreds of meters into the valley below.
Great Nafud Desert
Vast stretches of rolling red sand dunes that characterize the northern central region of the Kingdom.
Turaif Town Center
On final descent, views of the northern frontier town and its unique grid-based urban layout.
For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to see the sun set over the dunes, casting long shadows across the Tuwaiq cliffs. This side is also best for avoiding direct glare during early morning flights heading north-northwest.
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Al-Qassim Agriculture
Distinctive circular green irrigation patterns that stand out sharply against the arid desert landscape.
Historic Tapline
The path of the Trans-Arabian Pipeline, a historic engineering marvel that runs parallel to the northern border.
Wa'ad Al-Shamal City
The massive industrial complex dedicated to phosphate mining, visible as a sprawling grid of lights and infrastructure.
Hamad Plateau
The flat, stony plains of the northern border region, occasionally dotted with nomadic encampments.
Choose the right side if flying in the late afternoon to see the landscape illuminated by the golden hour without looking into the sun. Keep an eye out for the industrial lights of the northern mining projects if flying at night.
Book Hotels in TuraifDistance: 1,080 km (671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Arrival: TUI (31.692188, 38.731544)
Route Type: Domestic
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