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SIN → RUH
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to King Khaled International Airport (Riyadh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the vast Rub' al Khali desert dunes and superior lighting for sunset photography over the Arabian Sea.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Aerial views of the remote emerald islands scattered across the turquoise Andaman Sea shortly after departure.
Southern Indian Coastline
Views of the lush, tropical landscapes of Kerala and the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent.
Arabian Sea Horizon
Perfect positioning for observing the transition from ocean to desert under the glow of the setting sun.
The Empty Quarter
The massive, rolling orange sand dunes of the Rub' al Khali, the largest contiguous sand desert in the world.
Riyadh Outskirts
The contrast between the arid Najd plateau and the rapidly expanding urban sprawl of the Saudi capital.
For the most dramatic experience, choose a flight departing Singapore in the late afternoon. This ensures you cross the Arabian Sea during sunset and enter Saudi airspace as the 'Golden Hour' illuminates the dunes of the Empty Quarter. Keep your window shade open as you cross the Omani border for the best desert textures.
Western Ghats
The rugged, mist-covered mountain range along India's western coast as the flight transitions from land to sea.
Mumbai Metropolitan Area
Often visible as a dense cluster of skyscrapers and busy shipping lanes if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Persian Gulf Traffic
Clear views of massive tankers and offshore oil platforms in the vibrant blue waters of the Gulf.
UAE Coastline
Distant views of the architectural marvels of Dubai or Abu Dhabi depending on the specific air corridor assigned.
Ad-Dahna Desert
Striking narrow 'veins' of reddish sand that connect the great northern and southern deserts of Arabia.
The right side is ideal for passengers interested in the industrial and architectural scale of the Middle East. Look out for the distinct red sand of the Ad-Dahna desert roughly 30-45 minutes before landing. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you may see the lights of coastal cities along the Gulf during night flights.
Distance: 6,674 km (4,147 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 51 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: RUH (24.957599639892575, 46.69879913330078)
Route Type: International
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