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YNB → DMM
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince Abdulmohsin Bin Abdulaziz Airport (Yenbo) to King Fahd International Airport (Dammam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a more diverse visual journey, capturing the dramatic volcanic fields near Medina, the majestic Tuwaiq Escarpment, and the expansive urban sprawl of Riyadh before reaching the Arabian Gulf.
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Medina Horizon
On clear days, the distant sprawl of the holy city and its surrounding volcanic harrahs are visible shortly after takeoff.
Tuwaiq Escarpment
The spectacular 'Edge of the World' limestone cliffs that cut across the central plateau.
Riyadh Skyline
A panoramic view of the capital's iconic skyscrapers, including the Kingdom Centre and Al Faisaliyah Center.
Red Sand Dunes
The deep orange dunes of the southern Najd region, particularly striking during the golden hour.
Ghawar Field Periphery
The edges of the world's largest conventional oil field, marked by sprawling infrastructure and pipelines.
Dammam & Khobar
A comprehensive view of the Eastern Province's tri-city area and the King Fahd Causeway leading to Bahrain.
The right side is premier for sunset flights, as the light hits the Tuwaiq cliffs and Riyadh's glass towers perfectly. The descent into DMM often provides a clear view of the Arabian Gulf's emerald waters; keep your camera ready for the contrast between the desert sands and the blue sea. Night flights are especially rewarding on this side due to the bright urban grids of Riyadh and the Eastern Province.
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Yenbo Coastline
Striking views of the Red Sea's turquoise reefs and the massive industrial port infrastructure of Yanbu.
Northern Hejaz Mountains
Rugged, dark mountain ranges that provide a stark contrast to the surrounding desert plains.
Harrat Khaybar
One of Saudi Arabia's largest volcanic fields, featuring rare white volcanoes and massive basalt flows.
Al-Qassim Oases
Views of the vast date palm plantations and circular agricultural patterns near Buraidah and Unaizah.
Ad-Dahna Desert
The narrow strip of high-crested red sand dunes that connects the northern and southern deserts.
Ras Tanura
As you approach Dammam, look north for the massive oil refinery and port facilities on the Gulf coast.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the volcanic fields of the north. Use polarized sunglasses to better distinguish the subtle color shifts in the Khaybar lava flows. Look for the circular green irrigation hubs which indicate deep-water farming in the arid interior.
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Get eSIMs for Saudi ArabiaDistance: 1,207 km (750 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: YNB (24.144199, 38.0634)
Arrival: DMM (26.471200942993164, 49.79790115356445)
Route Type: Domestic
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