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SAH → BAH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sana'a International Airport (Sanaa) to Bahrain International Airport (Bahrain)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the vast Empty Quarter dunes and the shimmering coastlines of the Persian Gulf as you approach Bahrain.
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Rub' al Khali
The legendary Empty Quarter, featuring massive, mesmerizing orange sand dunes stretching endlessly to the south.
Ghawar Oil Field
The world's largest oil field; look for the grid-like industrial patterns and occasional flares in the desert.
Qatari Peninsula
Clear views of the western Qatari coastline and the shallow, turquoise waters of the Salwa Bay.
Hawar Islands
A scenic archipelago of desert islands situated near the coast of Bahrain, known for its unique wildlife.
The right side is superior for desert enthusiasts. Aim for an early morning or late afternoon flight when the low sun angle casts long shadows across the sand dunes, highlighting their immense scale. This side also typically avoids direct glare on the northeast heading.
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Yemeni Highlands
Rugged, terraced mountain peaks and deep valleys surrounding the Sana'a basin shortly after takeoff.
Ancient Sana'a
The distinctive high-rise architecture of the UNESCO-listed Old City visible during the initial climb.
Ad-Dahna Desert
A striking narrow strip of reddish sand dunes that veins through the central Arabian plateau.
King Fahd Causeway
The impressive 25km series of bridges connecting Saudi Arabia to Bahrain visible on the final descent.
Choose the left side for the best perspective of Sana'a's ancient cityscape and the massive engineering feat of the King Fahd Causeway. For the clearest views of the Yemeni mountains, look for flights departing in the early morning before midday heat haze develops.
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Get eSIMs for BahrainDistance: 1,372 km (853 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 50 min
Departure: SAH (15.476300239562988, 44.21969985961914)
Arrival: BAH (26.27079963684082, 50.63359832763672)
Route Type: International
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