While takeoff favors the right for Red Sea views, the landing approach over the Dead Sea and Jordan Valley is more geographically dramatic and sustained. Left-side seats capture the most distinctive terrain of the entire route.
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Flight Path
Jeddah to Amman is 721 miles (1,160 km), a flight of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
The flight path crosses the Hejaz Mountains inland from Jeddah, then traverses the Arabian Desert plateau. The Wadi Rum area (distinctive red sandstone formations) may be visible to the east during cruise if flying a more easterly routing. The approach descends into the Jordan Valley, passing over the Dead Sea—the lowest point on Earth's surface at approximately 1,410 feet below sea level.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from JED
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the Red Sea coastline and the Jeddah waterfront during northbound departure. The aircraft typically departs runway 03L/03R heading north, so right windows face west toward the sea immediately after liftoff.
Landing at AMM
LEFTLeft-side seats offer views of the Dead Sea depression and the Jordanian highlands during approach. Aircraft typically descend on a westerly heading into Queen Alia (runway 03/21), so left windows face south and southwest toward the dramatic topography of the Jordan Valley.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from King Abdulaziz International (JED) to Queen Alia International (AMM)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Jeddah to Amman. While takeoff favors the right for Red Sea views, the landing approach over the Dead Sea and Jordan Valley is more geographically dramatic and sustained. Left-side seats capture the most distinctive terrain of the entire route.
What can I see during takeoff from King Abdulaziz International in Jeddah?
During takeoff from King Abdulaziz International (JED), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the Red Sea coastline and the Jeddah waterfront during northbound departure. The aircraft typically departs runway 03L/03R heading north, so right windows face west toward the sea immediately after liftoff. Notable sights include: Red Sea (western horizon), Jeddah city grid and harbor, coastal salt flats and lagoons south of the airport, Hada escarpment rising inland to the east.
What can I see when landing at Queen Alia International in Amman?
When landing at Queen Alia International (AMM), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer views of the Dead Sea depression and the Jordanian highlands during approach. Aircraft typically descend on a westerly heading into Queen Alia (runway 03/21), so left windows face south and southwest toward the dramatic topography of the Jordan Valley. Notable sights include: Dead Sea (visible as a distinctive dark depression), Jordan Valley floor, West Bank highlands to the southwest, Amman city sprawl on the eastern plateau.
How long is the flight from Jeddah to Amman?
The flight from King Abdulaziz International (JED) to Queen Alia International (AMM) takes about 1 hour 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 721 miles (1,160 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Jeddah to Amman flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Hejaz Mountains inland from Jeddah, then traverses the Arabian Desert plateau. The Wadi Rum area (distinctive red sandstone formations) may be visible to the east during cruise if flying a more easterly routing. The approach descends into the Jordan Valley, passing over the Dead Sea—the lowest point on Earth's surface at approximately 1,410 feet below sea level.