Loading map...
SHW → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharurah Airport (Sharurah) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment and the iconic Riyadh skyline during the descent into the capital city.
Search flights from SHW to RUH
Empty Quarter Dunes
Vast, undulating orange sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali visible immediately after takeoff from Sharurah.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The magnificent limestone cliffs that snake through the Najd plateau, offering dramatic shadows during late afternoon.
Al Kharj Oasis
Distinctive circular irrigation patterns and green agricultural pockets amidst the desert landscape.
Riyadh Skyline
A clear view of the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center as the aircraft aligns for its final approach to King Khaled International.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Tuwaiq cliffs and the Riyadh skyline from the west. Look for the 'Edge of the World' formation just before the final descent phase.
Get eSIMs for Saudi Arabia
Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaAd-Dahna Desert
The narrow strip of reddish sand connecting the northern and southern desert regions of the peninsula.
Desert Infrastructure
Remote desert outposts and energy infrastructure scattered throughout the central province.
KKIA Architecture
An excellent view of the triangular-themed terminal buildings and the iconic mosque at Riyadh's airport upon landing.
The right side is perfect for capturing the geometric beauty of the sand ripples in the Rub' al Khali. During early morning flights, the sunrise over the eastern horizon provides a stunning glow across the desert floor. Keep an eye out for remote camel tracks that create intricate patterns on the sand.
Book Hotels in RiyadhDistance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: SHW (17.466899871826172, 47.12139892578125)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.