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SYZ → MED
Which side of the plane to sit from Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (Shiraz) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Madinah)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic transitions from the jagged Zagros Mountains to the deep turquoise of the Persian Gulf, followed by the striking volcanic fields surrounding Madinah.
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Southern Zagros Mountains
Breathtaking views of the folded sedimentary rock layers and salt domes unique to southern Iran.
Persian Gulf Crossing
Clear views of the coastline near Bushehr and the turquoise waters dotted with industrial shipping vessels.
Offshore Oil Fields
The intricate network of oil platforms and flickering flares visible in the middle of the Gulf.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The 'River of Red Sand' - a narrow strip of high sand dunes connecting the northern and southern deserts.
Harrat Rahat
Massive black basaltic volcanic fields and ancient craters visible as the flight approaches Madinah.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Zagros folds. During the descent, keep your camera ready for the 'Harrat' volcanic landscapes which look like a lunar surface. Ensure you sit clear of the wing for unobstructed views of the desert patterns.
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Kuwait City Silhouette
On clear days, the distant skyline of Kuwait City and the iconic Kuwait Towers can be spotted to the north.
Shatt al-Arab Delta
The distant confluence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers entering the Gulf near the horizon.
Al-Nafud Desert Edge
Vast stretches of pale golden sand dunes extending toward the northern Saudi borders.
Jabal Ajja
The dark granite peaks of the Hail region rising sharply from the surrounding desert plains.
Madinah Outskirts
The urban expansion of the holy city and the surrounding Hijaz mountain ridges during the final approach.
Choose this side if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a more expansive view of the deep desert interior of the Arabian Peninsula. Look for circular irrigation farms that appear as green dots in the middle of the desert sands.
Book Hotels in MadinahDistance: 1,390 km (864 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: SYZ (29.53919982910156, 52.58980178833008)
Arrival: MED (24.5534, 39.705101)
Route Type: International
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