YNB → DXB

Madinah Outskirts

Depending on the specific airway, catch a distant glimpse of the holy city's unique mountain-ringed geography.

Tuwaiq Escarpment

The dramatic 'Edge of the World' limestone cliffs that cut through the heart of the Najd region are visible mid-flight.

Persian Gulf Coastline

Enjoy views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf, including the Dammam and Al Khobar metropolitan areas and Bahrain in the distance.

Burj Khalifa & Downtown

The primary approach to DXB often banks around the city, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the world's tallest building.

The Palm Jumeirah

Look down during the final descent to see the intricate fronds of the man-made islands and the World Islands archipelago.

Harrat Khaybar

Observe one of Saudi Arabia's largest volcanic fields, featuring rare white volcanoes and stark black basalt flows.

Great Nafud Desert

Witness the northern reaches of the red sand wilderness with its massive longitudinal dunes stretching toward the horizon.

Sharjah Urban Area

On the descent, enjoy a clear view of Sharjah's distinct architecture and the Khalid Lagoon before crossing into Dubai.

Hejaz Mountains

Rugged, craggy peaks immediately east of Yenbo that define the transition from the coastal plain to the central plateau.