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Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.
During the approach, the left side provides an expansive view of the city's unique grid layout and the transition from the vast Najd desert into the urban center.
During the approach, the left side provides an expansive view of the city's unique grid layout and the transition from the vast Najd desert into the urban center.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition of the Nile Delta, the northern entry of the Suez Canal, and the contrasting Mediterranean coastline against the Sahara.
The Right Side (Starboard) offers a superior visual progression, transitioning from the jagged Adriatic coastline and the Mediterranean basin into the spectacular red-sand architecture of the Great Nafud Desert, finishing with an expansive view of the Riyadh skyline on the final approach.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic high-altitude mountain ranges of Central Asia and the distinctive coastline of the Persian Gulf upon approach to the Arabian Peninsula.
The right side is superior for its iconic views of the Giza Pyramids during departure and the surreal volcanic fields of central Saudi Arabia during the cruise.
The right side offers a superior view of the rugged mountain ranges of Pakistan and a better perspective of the Riyadh skyline upon descent, usually while remaining in the shade during daytime flights.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Al Hajar mountain range in Oman and the stunning Mumbai coastline during departure, while also providing better lighting conditions away from the direct southern sun.
The left side offers a superior view of the Nile River's lush green belt immediately after takeoff, followed by the most vibrant coral reef patterns while crossing the Red Sea and better lighting for photography on daytime flights.
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Doha's futuristic West Bay skyline and the man-made Pearl-Qatar island immediately after takeoff, followed by the dramatic Tuwaiq Escarpment upon descent into Riyadh.
The left side offers unparalleled views of Abu Dhabi's iconic landmarks immediately after takeoff, followed by the mesmerizing rolling red dunes of the Liwa Oasis and the Rub' al Khali desert.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the ancient Luxor temples at takeoff, the rugged Hijaz mountain ranges, and the iconic skyscrapers of Riyadh during the final approach.
The left side offers the most dramatic transition from the high-altitude Sarawat Mountains into the iconic red sand dunes of the Nafud Al-Muzahmiya and a better angle for the Riyadh skyline on many approach patterns.
The right side offers unparalleled views of Dubai's coastal engineering marvels like the Palm Jumeirah and the World Islands immediately after takeoff, followed by the striking transition from the blue Persian Gulf to the deep red dunes of the Ad Dahna desert.