The descent offers a view of the sprawling holy city, including the iconic Prophet's Mosque and the historic heights of Mount Uhud.
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers a rare opportunity to see the Pyramids of Giza shortly after takeoff from Cairo, followed by a stunning parallel view of the Nile River and the vibrant coral reefs of the Red Sea.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Dead Sea, the majestic red landscapes of Wadi Rum, and the rugged Hijaz mountain range bordering the Red Sea.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more diverse and iconic array of landmarks, including the Mediterranean coastline, the island of Cyprus, the turquoise Dead Sea, and the dramatic volcanic landscapes approaching Madinah.
The right side offers a more dramatic geographic transition, featuring the rugged Atlas Mountains, the vast Saharan sand seas, and a better angle for spotting the Giza Pyramids and the volcanic landscapes of the Hejaz.
The Left Side is significantly more scenic on this route as it offers a clear view of the Jordan Rift Valley, the Dead Sea, and the unique geological formations of the Hijaz mountains as you approach Madinah.
The left side offers a spectacular view of the Dubai skyline shortly after takeoff and the massive black volcanic lava fields of Harrat Rahat during the approach into Madinah.
The left side provides an exceptional vantage point for the verdant Nile Delta, the engineering marvel of the Suez Canal entrance, the dramatic Sinai mountain range, and a stunning approach over the holy city of Madinah.
The right side offers a more diverse and iconic array of landmarks, including the transition into the Sahara, the winding Nile River, the Sinai Peninsula, and the unique volcanic fields of Saudi Arabia.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic geological features of the Levant and the Arabian Peninsula, including the Dead Sea and the dramatic Hijaz mountain ranges.
The left side offers a superior view of the sparkling Red Sea coastline, intricate coral reef systems, and the contrast between the turquoise water and the golden Tihamah coastal plain.
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic view of the Tunisian coastline, the vast Sahara dunes, and the iconic contrast of the Nile River valley against the desert sands.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic tectonic landscapes of Balochistan and the remarkable volcanic fields that precede the descent into Madinah.