SHJ → KRT

Dubai Skyline

Distant but impressive views of the Burj Khalifa and the sprawling Dubai metropolitan area shortly after takeoff from Sharjah.

Rub' al Khali

The vast 'Empty Quarter' of Saudi Arabia, showcasing some of the tallest and most beautiful transverse sand dunes in the world.

Asir Mountains

Dramatic, jagged mountain ranges in southwestern Saudi Arabia that offer a stark contrast to the surrounding desert plains.

Red Sea Crossing

Deep blue waters contrasting with the turquoise coral reefs near the Farasan Islands and the Saudi coastline.

The Blue Nile

On the descent into Khartoum, observe the winding, silt-rich waters of the Blue Nile arriving from the Ethiopian highlands.

Sharjah Corniche

Immediate views of Khalid Lagoon and the high-rises of Sharjah city during the initial climb.

Ad-Dahna Desert

A narrow strip of reddish sand dunes that connects the great Nafud and Rub' al Khali deserts in central Saudi Arabia.

Red Sea Hills

Arid, volcanic mountain ranges in eastern Sudan that create a moon-like landscape as you cross the African coast.

White Nile

Views of the wider, calmer White Nile flowing from the south toward the capital city during final approach.

Omdurman

As the plane banks for landing at KRT, you can often see the sprawling historic city of Omdurman across the river.