From RUH?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Departing passengers on the right side can view the impressive Riyadh skyline and the glass towers of the King Abdullah Financial District as the plane climbs south.
Departing passengers on the right side can view the impressive Riyadh skyline and the glass towers of the King Abdullah Financial District as the plane climbs south.
The left side offers a diverse visual palette, ranging from the modern urban expansion of Riyadh to distant views of the Persian Gulf and the dramatic limestone peaks of the Hajar Mountains during the approach into Muscat.
The left side provides a superior view of the dramatic High Atlas mountain peaks during the final descent, alongside iconic Saharan landscapes and the lush green ribbon of the Nile.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic geological transitions in Saudi Arabia, including the Tuwaiq Escarpment and the steep cliff faces of the Asir Mountains.
While both sides offer stunning desert vistas, the right side provides a superior perspective of the ancient volcanic fields and the dramatic sandstone monoliths of the Al-Ula valley during the descent.
The Right Side is generally superior for this long-haul route as it frequently aligns with the Great Circle track, providing views of the European Alps, the potential for Greenland's ice sheets, and the rugged terrain of Atlantic Canada.
The left side provides the most dramatic transition from the arid Arabian landscapes to the stunning snow-capped peaks of the Alps and the lush Rhine-Main region.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment and the most impressive agricultural layouts as you approach Wadi Al Dawasir.
The right side provides an exceptional view of the Aegean archipelago, the intricate island-dotted coastline of Croatia, and the most dramatic approach over the high Austrian Alps and Bavarian lakes.
The right side offers a front-row seat to Dubai's most famous engineering marvels, including the Burj Khalifa and the Palm islands, during the final approach into DXB.
The right side offers a superior view of the world-famous Al-Ahsa Oasis and the iconic 25-kilometer King Fahd Causeway that links Saudi Arabia to Bahrain.
The left side (Seat A) is generally superior for this route, offering a more dramatic transition from the arid Arabian deserts to the lush Nile Delta, followed by a majestic traversal of the snow-capped Alps and a high probability of viewing Central London's iconic landmarks during the final approach.
The right side provides a more diverse visual experience, including the rugged Omani coastline, the possibility of seeing the southern tip of India or Sri Lanka, and the lush volcanic terrain of Sumatra during the final approach.