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 right side offers a superior view of Riyadh's skyline upon departure and the most direct perspective of the lush Al-Ahsa Oasis and the iconic Jabal Al-Qarah limestone formations during the descent.
The left side offers the most dramatic geological contrasts, featuring the massive Tuwaiq Escarpment at departure and the snow-capped Anti-Lebanon mountains during the arrival phase.
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the iconic Ad-Dahna red sand dunes and the geometric patterns of desert agriculture.
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Tuwaiq Escarpment's limestone ridges and the sprawling palm groves surrounding Unaizah before landing.
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Jabal Tuwaiq escarpment and the historic corridors of the northern Nejd region.