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 provides a better chance to see the metropolitan sprawl of Riyadh upon departure and the northern reaches of the Western Ghats upon arrival, while avoiding direct sunlight on daytime flights.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Taurus Mountains in Turkey and the lush Carpathian range, providing a better contrast between the desert and European landscapes.
The left side provides a more diverse viewing experience, including the golden dunes of the Arabian Peninsula, the lush Andaman archipelago, and the scenic descent over the Malay Peninsula into Singapore.
The left side offers the most dramatic transition from the arid Arabian desert to the vibrant Red Sea coastline and provides a better angle for viewing the lush Nile Valley upon descent into Sohag.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic red sand dunes of the Ad-Dahna desert and the impressive skyline of Kuwait City alongside the Arabian Gulf during the final approach.
The right side offers a superior view of the Riyadh skyline upon departure, followed by the urban centers of Al-Qassim and the dramatic granite peaks of the Shammar Mountains near Hail.
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Tuwaiq Escarpment and the dramatic transition from the central Najd plateau into the more rugged landscapes of the Asir region.
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.
The left side offers the best overall experience by avoiding direct southern sun glare for most of the flight. It provides superior views of the North Arabian desert formations, the dramatic entry over the Western Ghats, and the sprawling agricultural landscapes of the Indian interior.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into Colombo, featuring the city skyline and the lush coastline of Sri Lanka, while avoiding the direct glare of the sun on morning flights.
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.
The left side offers a more diverse view of historical sites like Diriyah and the distant geological drama of the Tuwaiq escarpment shortly after departure.