Loading map...

TUU destination photo
AHB destination photo

TUUAHB

Which side of the plane to sit from Tabuk Airport (Tabuk) to Abha Regional Airport (Abha)?

Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular vantage point overlooking the Red Sea coastline and the dramatic transition from the sea to the high-altitude Asir mountains during descent.

Right Side Highlights
9.2
🌊

Red Sea Coastline

Stunning views of the turquoise coral reefs and the deep blue waters of the Red Sea for much of the flight.

⚓

Yanbu & Jeddah

Fly past the industrial hub of Yanbu and the sprawling coastal metropolis of Jeddah from a distance.

🏙️

Jeddah Waterfront

Visible urban density along the coast including the distinctive North Corniche area.

⛰️

Asir Escarpment

The dramatic vertical drop-off where the high plateau falls thousands of feet toward the Tihamah coastal plain.

☁️

Cloud Seas

In the winter and spring, you may see a sea of clouds trapped against the mountains near Abha.

For the most dramatic experience, choose a late afternoon flight to see the sun setting over the Red Sea. During descent into Abha, keep your camera ready for the steep mountain cliffs and the sudden increase in greenery as you reach the high altitudes of the Asir region.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
🏙️

Tabuk Urban Oasis

The geometric patterns of Tabuk's agriculture and urban sprawl immediately after takeoff.

🌋

Harrat al-Uwayrid

Ancient volcanic fields featuring dark basaltic rocks contrasting with the golden desert sands.

🏔️

Sarawat Mountain Range

Continuous views of the rugged mountain peaks that form the backbone of western Saudi Arabia.

🏜️

Inland Wadis

Intricate dry riverbed systems that carve through the landscape like natural tree branches.

The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and see the desert colors clearly. It provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Arabian interior and the geological complexity of the volcanic plateaus.

Top Activities in Abha
Route Information

Distance: 1,283 km (797 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min

Departure: TUU (28.3654, 36.6189)

Arrival: AHB (18.2404003143, 42.65660095210001)

Route Type: Domestic

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.