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ADD → KWI
Which side of the plane to sit from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Addis Ababa) to Kuwait International Airport (Kuwait)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the volcanic landscapes of eastern Ethiopia, the coral reefs of the Red Sea, and the iconic city skyline during the approach into Kuwait.
Danakil Depression
Views toward the volcanic landscapes and salt flats of the Afar Triangle.
Farasan Islands
A beautiful archipelago of coral islands scattered in the deep blue Red Sea.
Sarawat Mountains
The massive mountain range that runs along the western coast of Saudi Arabia.
Kuwait City Skyline
Panoramic views of the Kuwait Towers and the urban sprawl along the Persian Gulf.
Persian Gulf
Sparkling turquoise waters and tankers during the final descent into KWI.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, highlighting the colors of the Red Sea and the Saudi mountains. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Kuwaiti coast and the city center.
Simien Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks of the Ethiopian Highlands visible shortly after departure.
Sudanese Coastline
The rugged and arid western edge of the Red Sea as the flight moves north.
An-Nafud Desert
Stunning views of the vast reddish sand dunes in the northern Arabian Peninsula.
Northern Saudi Industrial Zones
Large-scale infrastructure and oil-related facilities near the Kuwaiti border.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides excellent views of the deep gorges in the Ethiopian plateau and the transition from fertile highlands to the harsh Sahara-adjacent deserts of Sudan.
Distance: 2,446 km (1,520 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 16 min
Departure: ADD (8.97789001465, 38.7993011475)
Arrival: KWI (29.226600646972656, 47.96889877319336)
Route Type: International
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